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S85 LLM

1998 Kawasaki Zephyr 750

Red Petrol 738cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Jun 2027
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

33,813 mi
Last recorded33,813 miles
Recorded on27 Jun 2026
Typical for 1998 Kawasaki Zephyr 75017,459 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS85 LLM
MakeKawasaki
ModelZephyr 750
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine738cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Jun 2026 33,813 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2025 33,028 miles
Pass 2 May 2024 31,136 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2024 31,136 miles

Fuel system component leaking CARBURATOR LEAKING (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 20 Apr 2023 29,828 miles
Pass 4 May 2022 29,508 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2021 28,403 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2021 28,403 miles

Drive chain so loose it is likely to fail (6.1.7 (c) (ii))

Rear Drive chain sprocket so worn it is likely to fail (6.1.7 (c) (ii))

Pass 1 May 2020 25,914 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2018 22,544 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2017 21,820 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2016 20,450 miles

Centre Lower Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 10 Aug 2016 20,450 miles

Centre Lower Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 6 Aug 2015 19,103 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2015 19,103 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Offside Front Brake disc(s) friction surface contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Pass 5 Jul 2007 15,694 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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S85 LLM is a 1998 Kawasaki Zephyr 750 in Red with a 738cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 S85 LLM, 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 S85 LLM registered?

S85 LLM is a 1998 Kawasaki Zephyr 750, first registered on 1 September 1998.

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