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K48 CBL

1992 Kawasaki Zephyr 1100

Blue Petrol 1062cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Sep 2026
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

9,294 mi
Last recorded9,294 miles
Recorded on27 Sep 2025
Typical for 1992 Kawasaki Zephyr 110025,208 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK48 CBL
MakeKawasaki
ModelZephyr 1100
Year1992
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,062cc
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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Sep 2025 9,294 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2024 9,181 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2024 9,181 miles

Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii))

Pass 17 Mar 2022 9,093 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2021 8,206 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2021 8,206 miles

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 13 May 2019 7,630 miles
Pass 18 May 2017 7,601 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Dec 2015 7,037 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2014 6,746 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2013 6,668 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2011 6,205 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2010 5,761 miles
Pass 11 May 2009 5,091 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2008 4,187 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2008 4,144 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.1a) DANGEROUS

Stain on top of engine which may be fuel

Pass 2 Feb 2007 3,111 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2006 828 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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K48 CBL is a 1992 Kawasaki Zephyr 1100 in Blue with a 1,062cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 K48 CBL, 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 K48 CBL registered?

K48 CBL is a 1992 Kawasaki Zephyr 1100, first registered on 5 November 1992.

Is K48 CBL safe to buy?

The MOT history for K48 CBL shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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