Kawasaki Zephyr 750
MotorcycleFrom 329 MOT tests. Above average for its class.
Common MOT failure categories
What goes wrong?
The most common MOT failure reasons are a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely, brake control has insufficient reserve travel and tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements. The top issue, a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely, caused 4 failures in 2024. Checking tread depth (1.6mm legal minimum, 3mm recommended) before your test can save an unnecessary fail. You can check prices at Black Circles if you need replacements. If you need repairs before retesting, sites like BookMyGarage let you compare local prices.
| a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely | 4 |
| brake control has insufficient reserve travel | 2 |
| tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements | 2 |
| a headlamp missing, inoperative or more than ½ not functioning in the case of led | 2 |
| fuel system leaking, or missing or ineffective filler cap | 2 |
| audible warning not working | 2 |
| a direction indicator lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning | 2 |
| significant brake effort recorded with no brake applied indicating a binding brake | 2 |
| a brake lining or pad contaminated with oil, grease etc | 1 |
| brake lining or pad worn below 1.0mm | 1 |
How serious are these failures?
Not all MOT failures are equal. Only 15% of Zephyr 750 failures are serious (safety or roadside), below the 44.4% average. When this car fails its MOT, it's more likely to be lights, wipers, or emissions than something dangerous. When it does fail, the average repair bill is around £50.
Typical mileage
Half of all Zephyr 750s tested had between 16,512 and 34,452 miles on the clock. Relatively low mileage overall. Many are still fairly young.
At 25,669 median miles, the Zephyr 750 has 0.07 failures per 10,000 miles driven.
Other Kawasaki models
| Kawasaki Zx-6R | 81.3% |
| Kawasaki Zx | 90.4% |
| Kawasaki Zx-9R | 83.8% |
| Kawasaki Unclassified | 80.2% |
| Kawasaki Zr | 87.3% |
Common questions
What is the Kawasaki Zephyr 750 MOT pass rate?
The Kawasaki Zephyr 750 has a 82.1% MOT pass rate based on 329 real MOT tests. This is above the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a Kawasaki Zephyr 750?
The most common MOT failure on the Kawasaki Zephyr 750 is a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely, which caused 4 failures. Other common issues include brake control has insufficient reserve travel.
What is the typical mileage of a Kawasaki Zephyr 750 at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a Kawasaki Zephyr 750 is 25,669 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 16,512 and 34,452 miles.
MOT data from DVSA anonymised test results, 2024 test year. Fleet data from DfT vehicle licensing statistics. Crown copyright, OGL v3.0. MOT pass rates are statistical summaries of test outcomes, not assessments of individual vehicle safety or condition. Always inspect a vehicle and check its full MOT history before purchasing. See terms of use.