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K503 RKL

1992 Kawasaki Zephyr

Maroon Petrol 1052cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Apr 2026
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

35,394 mi
Last recorded35,394 miles
Recorded on15 Apr 2025
Typical for 1992 Kawasaki Zephyr28,144 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK503 RKL
MakeKawasaki
ModelZephyr
Year1992
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,052cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Apr 2025 35,394 miles
Pass 24 May 2021 34,997 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2018 34,846 miles

Front head light mask converter fitted.

Front high beam indicator not working.

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Rear Lower Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced frame slight corrosion. (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 29 Jun 2018 35,845 miles

Fuel cap ineffective sealing rubber split. (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right head lamp kicks up to right,will need mask converter, or new head light. (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Front high beam indicator not working.

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Rear Lower Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced frame slight corrosion. (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 3 Oct 2015 34,219 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2014 33,493 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2013 32,782 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2012 32,252 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2010 32,235 miles
Fail 1 Feb 2010 32,235 miles

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Pass 23 Sep 2008 30,230 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2007 26,640 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2007 26,640 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Front Brake disc(s) insecure (3.2.A1g) DANGEROUS

Pass 19 Sep 2006 26,028 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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K503 RKL is a 1992 Kawasaki Zephyr in Maroon with a 1,052cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 K503 RKL, 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 K503 RKL registered?

K503 RKL is a 1992 Kawasaki Zephyr, first registered on 17 August 1992.

Is K503 RKL safe to buy?

The MOT history for K503 RKL shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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