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N738 BEF

1996 Kawasaki Zephyr

Black Petrol 550cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Nov 2020
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

51,709 mi
Last recorded51,709 miles
Recorded on1 Jun 2019
Typical for 1996 Kawasaki Zephyr17,245 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN738 BEF
MakeKawasaki
ModelZephyr
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine550cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 Jun 2019 51,709 miles
Pass 17 May 2018 50,331 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2017 48,569 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2016 45,597 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2016 45,597 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 11 Mar 2015 38,457 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2015 38,457 miles

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Offside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Pass 15 Mar 2014 31,634 miles

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

Fail 15 Mar 2014 31,634 miles

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

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 21 Mar 2013 27,781 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2012 26,615 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2011 25,995 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2011 25,995 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 11 Mar 2010 24,001 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2009 21,457 miles
Pass 21 May 2007 17,245 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2006 15,491 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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N738 BEF is a 1996 Kawasaki Zephyr in Black with a 550cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 N738 BEF, 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 N738 BEF registered?

N738 BEF is a 1996 Kawasaki Zephyr, first registered on 22 May 1996.

Is N738 BEF safe to buy?

The MOT history for N738 BEF shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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