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H873 TYA

1991 Kawasaki Zephyr

Blue Petrol 738cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Apr 2026
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

32,290 mi
Last recorded32,290 miles
Recorded on17 Mar 2025
Typical for 1991 Kawasaki Zephyr29,692 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH873 TYA
MakeKawasaki
ModelZephyr
Year1991
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine738cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 Mar 2025 32,290 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2024 31,162 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2022 30,553 miles

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 13 Oct 2022 30,553 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 28 Apr 2021 30,061 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2021 30,061 miles

Front Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 26 Feb 2020 29,285 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 28 May 2016 29,082 miles
Fail 28 May 2016 29,082 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 1 May 2015 28,155 miles
Pass 8 May 2014 27,054 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2013 26,121 miles

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

Pass 3 May 2012 25,333 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2011 24,534 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2011 24,534 miles

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

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 26 Mar 2010 23,581 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2009 22,321 miles

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

Pass 11 Feb 2008 22,067 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2007 20,438 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2006 19,803 miles

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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H873 TYA is a 1991 Kawasaki Zephyr in Blue with a 738cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 H873 TYA, 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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What year was H873 TYA registered?

H873 TYA is a 1991 Kawasaki Zephyr, first registered on 1 February 1991.

Is H873 TYA safe to buy?

The MOT history for H873 TYA shows 20 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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