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J643 ODV

1992 Kawasaki Zephyr

Red Petrol 1052cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Aug 2025
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

35,432 mi
Last recorded35,432 miles
Recorded on31 Aug 2024
Typical for 1992 Kawasaki Zephyr28,144 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ643 ODV
MakeKawasaki
ModelZephyr
Year1992
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,052cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 31 Aug 2024 35,432 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2023 35,411 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit Offside of tyre @1.1mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 18 Aug 2021 34,871 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit @1.6mm off centre (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 18 Aug 2021 34,871 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.12 (a))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit @1.6mm off centre (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 26 Jun 2019 34,378 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Front Wheel damaged but not to excess (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 20 Jun 2019 34,378 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.4 (a))

Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Front Wheel damaged but not to excess (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 2 Jun 2018 33,604 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Front Wheel damaged but not to excess (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Fail 2 Jun 2018 33,604 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Front Wheel damaged but not to excess (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Pass 8 Jun 2017 32,778 miles

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

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

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

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

rear right hand slightly bent

Pass 9 May 2016 31,155 miles

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

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

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

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

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

Pass 11 May 2015 30,073 miles

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

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

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

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

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

Pass 7 May 2014 28,614 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

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

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

Pass 9 May 2013 26,597 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 15 May 2012 26,015 miles
Pass 17 May 2011 24,355 miles
Pass 19 May 2010 23,133 miles
Pass 12 May 2009 22,381 miles
Pass 15 May 2008 20,826 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Fail 15 May 2008 20,826 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 8 May 2007 19,874 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 16 May 2006 19,105 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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J643 ODV is a 1992 Kawasaki Zephyr in Red with a 1,052cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

Across all 1992 Kawasaki Zephyr models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.6% with a typical mileage of 28,144 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 J643 ODV, 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 34 years old, this Kawasaki Zephyr is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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J643 ODV is a 1992 Kawasaki Zephyr, first registered on 3 April 1992.

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