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R991 COE

1998 Kawasaki Zephyr 750

Green Petrol 738cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Jun 2027
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

50,577 mi
Last recorded50,577 miles
Recorded on26 May 2026
Typical for 1998 Kawasaki Zephyr 75017,459 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR991 COE
MakeKawasaki
ModelZephyr 750
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine738cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 May 2026 50,577 miles
Pass 29 May 2025 47,671 miles
Pass 31 May 2024 44,185 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2023 41,188 miles
Pass 26 May 2022 36,782 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 22 Jun 2021 32,859 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 22 Jun 2021 32,859 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 25 Jun 2020 27,668 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2020 27,668 miles

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 22 Jun 2018 27,654 miles
Pass 18 May 2017 27,086 miles
Fail 13 May 2017 27,085 miles

Registration plate margin less than the minimum requirement (6.3.4g)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

chain has split link that isnt standard for operation of class 2 motorcycle

both switch cubes move around as they are not pegged in to the handle bar

Pass 11 Jun 2016 26,324 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 5 Jul 2014 25,931 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2013 25,595 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2012 25,145 miles
Pass 29 May 2010 24,955 miles
Pass 29 May 2009 24,606 miles

How Reliable is the Kawasaki Zephyr 750?

Based on 10,017 MOT tests across 1,089 vehicles.

83.6%
Pass Rate
451
Miles/Year
35
Year Lifespan
1,089
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 164
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 163
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 110
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 89
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 71
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R991 COE is a 1998 Kawasaki Zephyr 750 in Green with a 738cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1998 Kawasaki Zephyr 750 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.3% with a typical mileage of 17,459 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Kawasaki Zephyr 750 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 164 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R991 COE, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki Zephyr 750 typically stays on UK roads for around 35 years. At 28 years old, this Kawasaki Zephyr 750 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R991 COE registered?

R991 COE is a 1998 Kawasaki Zephyr 750, first registered on 10 July 1998.

Is R991 COE safe to buy?

The MOT history for R991 COE shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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