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J976 OGV

1992 Kawasaki Zephyr

Red Petrol 749cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 May 2024
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

33,035 mi
Last recorded33,035 miles
Recorded on13 May 2023
Typical for 1992 Kawasaki Zephyr28,144 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ976 OGV
MakeKawasaki
ModelZephyr
Year1992
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine749cc
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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 May 2023 33,035 miles
Fail 5 May 2023 33,030 miles

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

Pass 3 Sep 2021 32,775 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2020 32,751 miles
Pass 17 May 2019 32,157 miles

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

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

Pass 22 May 2018 31,342 miles
Pass 18 May 2017 29,823 miles
Pass 21 May 2016 28,771 miles

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

Fail 29 Apr 2015 28,678 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 29 Apr 2015 28,678 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2014 28,144 miles

Rear Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Pass 4 Jul 2012 27,639 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2011 27,118 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2010 26,141 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2009 24,885 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2008 23,425 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2007 22,479 miles

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

Pass 23 Jun 2006 21,779 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2006 21,779 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

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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J976 OGV is a 1992 Kawasaki Zephyr in Red with a 749cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 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 J976 OGV, 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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What year was J976 OGV registered?

J976 OGV is a 1992 Kawasaki Zephyr, first registered on 30 December 1992.

Is J976 OGV safe to buy?

The MOT history for J976 OGV shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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