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L565 RYB

1994 Kawasaki Zephyr 1100

Blue Petrol 1062cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Jun 2027
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

34,200 mi
Last recorded34,200 miles
Recorded on3 Jun 2026
Typical for 1994 Kawasaki Zephyr 110023,419 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL565 RYB
MakeKawasaki
ModelZephyr 1100
Year1994
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,062cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Jun 2026 34,200 miles
Pass 13 May 2025 32,397 miles

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

Pass 13 May 2024 30,776 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive chain and sprockets both worn (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

Offside centre stand pivot nut missing

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 31 May 2023 30,134 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2022 30,017 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2021 29,805 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2020 28,074 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2019 27,397 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2018 26,366 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2017 24,674 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))

Fail 29 Jul 2017 24,651 miles

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

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 16 Jul 2016 23,481 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2015 20,600 miles

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 16 Aug 2014 18,348 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2013 15,621 miles

Corrosion around fuel cap and tank filler hole Cap seal ok

Pass 9 Apr 2010 15,067 miles

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

Pass 20 Feb 2009 13,862 miles
Fail 17 Feb 2009 13,862 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 20 Feb 2008 11,547 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2007 11,480 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2006 10,959 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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L565 RYB is a 1994 Kawasaki Zephyr 1100 in Blue with a 1,062cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

Across all 1994 Kawasaki Zephyr 1100 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.9% with a typical mileage of 23,419 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 L565 RYB, 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 32 years old, this Kawasaki Zephyr 1100 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was L565 RYB registered?

L565 RYB is a 1994 Kawasaki Zephyr 1100, first registered on 15 July 1994.

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The MOT history for L565 RYB shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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