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M188 BNV

1994 Kawasaki Zephyr 1100

Red Petrol 1062cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Aug 2025
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

14,737 mi
Last recorded14,737 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2024
Typical for 1994 Kawasaki Zephyr 110023,419 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM188 BNV
MakeKawasaki
ModelZephyr 1100
Year1994
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,062cc
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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Aug 2024 14,737 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2024 14,737 miles

Nearside Front Brake component insecure Half of brake pad missing (1.1.21 (c))

Pass 6 Jul 2023 14,567 miles

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

Pass 24 Jun 2022 14,415 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2021 13,771 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2019 13,754 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2018 13,683 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2017 13,642 miles
Pass 28 May 2016 13,619 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2015 13,556 miles

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

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

Pass 4 May 2006 13,280 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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M188 BNV is a 1994 Kawasaki Zephyr 1100 in Red with a 1,062cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 M188 BNV, 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.

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What year was M188 BNV registered?

M188 BNV is a 1994 Kawasaki Zephyr 1100, first registered on 8 October 1994.

Is M188 BNV safe to buy?

The MOT history for M188 BNV shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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