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S48 TEV

1998 Kawasaki Zephyr 750

Black Petrol 738cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Aug 2023
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

22,190 mi
Last recorded22,190 miles
Recorded on8 Aug 2022
Typical for 1998 Kawasaki Zephyr 75017,459 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS48 TEV
MakeKawasaki
ModelZephyr 750
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine738cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Aug 2022 22,190 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2021 21,980 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2020 21,747 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2019 21,403 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2018 20,981 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2017 20,346 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2017 20,346 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 9 Jul 2016 19,994 miles

Drive belt slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

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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S48 TEV is a 1998 Kawasaki Zephyr 750 in Black with a 738cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 S48 TEV, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was S48 TEV registered?

S48 TEV is a 1998 Kawasaki Zephyr 750, first registered on 29 August 1998.

Is S48 TEV safe to buy?

The MOT history for S48 TEV shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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