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H159 GVM

1991 Kawasaki Zephyr

Red Petrol 553cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jun 2018
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

37,252 mi
Last recorded37,252 miles
Recorded on29 Jun 2017
Typical for 1991 Kawasaki Zephyr29,692 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH159 GVM
MakeKawasaki
ModelZephyr
Year1991
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine553cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Jun 2017 37,252 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 9 Jun 2016 37,024 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2015 37,019 miles

Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 15 Apr 2014 36,507 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Fail 12 Apr 2012 33,587 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 12 Apr 2012 33,587 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 7 May 2010 29,265 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2009 29,146 miles
Fail 8 May 2009 29,146 miles

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

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 8 May 2008 29,124 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 27 Apr 2007 29,007 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 25 Apr 2006 28,632 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

How Reliable is the Kawasaki Zephyr?

Based on 1,517 MOT tests across 158 vehicles.

83.2%
Pass Rate
460
Miles/Year
35
Year Lifespan
158
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 26
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 18
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 17
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 12
Throttle operating incorrectly 11
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H159 GVM is a 1991 Kawasaki Zephyr in Red with a 553cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1991 Kawasaki Zephyr models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.3% with a typical mileage of 29,692 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 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 26 recorded failures. If you're considering buying H159 GVM, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

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H159 GVM is a 1991 Kawasaki Zephyr, first registered on 1 May 1991.

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