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S227 KRV

1998 Kawasaki Zephyr 750

Orange Petrol 738cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Apr 2018
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

16,231 mi
Last recorded16,231 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2017
Typical for 1998 Kawasaki Zephyr 75017,459 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS227 KRV
MakeKawasaki
ModelZephyr 750
Year1998
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine738cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Apr 2017 16,231 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2012 16,079 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 3 Mar 2011 14,865 miles
Fail 19 Feb 2010 14,588 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Pass 19 Feb 2010 14,588 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2008 14,546 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2007 13,310 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2007 13,310 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 28 Jul 2006 11,971 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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S227 KRV is a 1998 Kawasaki Zephyr 750 in Orange with a 738cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 S227 KRV, 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 S227 KRV registered?

S227 KRV is a 1998 Kawasaki Zephyr 750, first registered on 4 August 1998.

Is S227 KRV safe to buy?

The MOT history for S227 KRV shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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