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S463 VBL

1998 Kawasaki Zephyr 1100

Red Petrol 1062cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Aug 2026
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

66,543 mi
Last recorded66,543 miles
Recorded on27 Aug 2025
Typical for 1998 Kawasaki Zephyr 110030,282 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS463 VBL
MakeKawasaki
ModelZephyr 1100
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,062cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Aug 2025 66,543 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2023 66,396 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2018 66,110 miles

Offside Footrest slightly loose (6.2.12 (a))

Pass 19 Jul 2017 64,744 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2016 63,897 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Fail 21 Jun 2016 63,830 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Rear Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 15 Jun 2015 63,393 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 21 Jun 2014 62,556 miles
Pass 23 May 2013 61,517 miles

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

Pass 23 May 2012 60,740 miles
Pass 13 May 2011 59,118 miles

Front brake slightly hanging on

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Pass 1 May 2010 58,803 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

front brake slightly binding

Pass 2 Apr 2008 55,151 miles

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

Pass 5 Apr 2007 51,206 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2007 51,206 miles

Front Brake lever insecure (3.1.2a)

Pass 6 Mar 2006 45,620 miles

How Reliable is the Kawasaki Zephyr 1100?

Based on 6,187 MOT tests across 591 vehicles.

85.4%
Pass Rate
415
Miles/Year
34
Year Lifespan
591
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 87
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 72
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 64
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 57
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 39
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S463 VBL is a 1998 Kawasaki Zephyr 1100 in Red with a 1,062cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1998 Kawasaki Zephyr 1100 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.6% with a typical mileage of 30,282 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Kawasaki Zephyr 1100 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 87 recorded failures. If you're considering buying S463 VBL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki Zephyr 1100 typically stays on UK roads for around 34 years. At 28 years old, this Kawasaki Zephyr 1100 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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S463 VBL is a 1998 Kawasaki Zephyr 1100, first registered on 27 November 1998.

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