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H974 JRD

1991 Kawasaki Zephyr

Blue Petrol 553cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Nov 2026
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

31,466 mi
Last recorded31,466 miles
Recorded on7 Nov 2025
Typical for 1991 Kawasaki Zephyr29,692 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH974 JRD
MakeKawasaki
ModelZephyr
Year1991
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine553cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Nov 2025 31,466 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2024 31,324 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2023 31,110 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2023 31,110 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively stretched (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 14 Oct 2022 31,043 miles

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 14 Oct 2021 31,023 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2020 30,959 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2019 30,762 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2018 30,727 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2017 30,578 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2016 30,498 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2015 30,374 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2014 30,119 miles

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

Pass 16 Jul 2013 29,968 miles
Pass 18 May 2012 29,785 miles
Pass 19 May 2011 29,599 miles
Pass 13 May 2010 29,184 miles

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

Pass 7 May 2009 28,876 miles
Fail 6 May 2008 28,285 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 6 May 2008 28,285 miles
Pass 8 May 2007 27,617 miles
Pass 6 May 2006 26,561 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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H974 JRD is a 1991 Kawasaki Zephyr in Blue with a 553cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 H974 JRD, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was H974 JRD registered?

H974 JRD is a 1991 Kawasaki Zephyr, first registered on 29 January 1991.

Is H974 JRD safe to buy?

The MOT history for H974 JRD shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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