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N423 CUK

1996 Kawasaki Zephyr

Black Petrol 1062cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Nov 2020
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

28,995 mi
Last recorded28,995 miles
Recorded on3 May 2019
Typical for 1996 Kawasaki Zephyr17,245 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN423 CUK
MakeKawasaki
ModelZephyr
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,062cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 May 2019 28,995 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 21 Jun 2017 28,811 miles

Front tyre slightly perished

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

Offside Rear Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Pass 12 May 2016 28,658 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2015 28,424 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2014 28,333 miles

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

Pass 29 Apr 2013 28,184 miles

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 3 May 2012 28,071 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2012 28,071 miles

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

Pass 19 Apr 2011 27,931 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2010 27,704 miles
Fail 20 May 2010 27,683 miles

Nearside Rear shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.4.A.1c)

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

Pass 1 May 2009 27,187 miles
Pass 2 May 2008 26,387 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2006 24,710 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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N423 CUK is a 1996 Kawasaki Zephyr in Black with a 1,062cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1996 Kawasaki Zephyr models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.9% with a typical mileage of 17,245 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 N423 CUK, 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 30 years old, this Kawasaki Zephyr is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was N423 CUK registered?

N423 CUK is a 1996 Kawasaki Zephyr, first registered on 4 June 1996.

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