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K144 HDK

1998 Kawasaki Zephyr

Yellow Petrol 400cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Apr 2015
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

38,407 mi
Last recorded38,407 miles
Recorded on17 Apr 2014
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK144 HDK
MakeKawasaki
ModelZephyr
Year1998
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine400cc
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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Apr 2014 38,407 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2012 37,463 miles
Fail 25 Aug 2012 37,463 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 3 May 2011 36,817 miles

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

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

Fail 23 Apr 2011 36,745 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

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

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

Pass 9 Mar 2010 35,189 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2008 34,589 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2007 31,190 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2006 28,401 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2006 28,401 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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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K144 HDK is a 1998 Kawasaki Zephyr in Yellow with a 400cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 K144 HDK, 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 28 years old, this Kawasaki Zephyr is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was K144 HDK registered?

K144 HDK is a 1998 Kawasaki Zephyr, first registered on 24 August 1998.

Is K144 HDK safe to buy?

The MOT history for K144 HDK shows 10 tests with a 70% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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