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J341 VKG

1992 Kawasaki Zephyr 1100

Red Petrol 1089cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Feb 2027
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

42,268 mi
Last recorded42,268 miles
Recorded on25 Feb 2026
Typical for 1992 Kawasaki Zephyr 110025,208 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ341 VKG
MakeKawasaki
ModelZephyr 1100
Year1992
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,089cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 25 Feb 2026 42,268 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2025 41,977 miles
Fail 25 Jan 2025 41,976 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 27 Feb 2024 41,803 miles

Front Valve stem slightly damaged Starting to perish (5.2.3 (j))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 18 Feb 2023 41,590 miles

Front Valve stem slightly damaged Front valve stem starting to perish (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 26 Feb 2022 41,149 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2021 40,428 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2019 39,804 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2019 39,804 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 21 Aug 2018 39,139 miles

Central Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit centre of tread nearing legal limit, please monitor (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 30 Aug 2017 38,743 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2016 38,198 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2015 37,676 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2013 37,667 miles

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

Pass 19 Mar 2010 37,440 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2010 37,440 miles

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Fail 15 May 2008 37,375 miles

Centre Rear Registration plate delaminated (6.3.1.d)

Pass 15 May 2008 37,375 miles
Pass 29 May 2007 37,242 miles
Pass 31 May 2006 36,969 miles

How Reliable is the Kawasaki Zephyr 1100?

Based on 6,187 MOT tests across 591 vehicles.

85.4%
Pass Rate
415
Miles/Year
34
Year Lifespan
591
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 87
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 72
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 64
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 57
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 39
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J341 VKG is a 1992 Kawasaki Zephyr 1100 in Red with a 1,089cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1992 Kawasaki Zephyr 1100 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.9% with a typical mileage of 25,208 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 1100 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 87 recorded failures. If you're considering buying J341 VKG, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki Zephyr 1100 typically stays on UK roads for around 34 years. At 34 years old, this Kawasaki Zephyr 1100 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was J341 VKG registered?

J341 VKG is a 1992 Kawasaki Zephyr 1100, first registered on 14 April 1992.

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