Kawasaki Zephyr 750

Blue · Petrol · 1991 · 738 cc

J79 PPDMOT history

J79 PPD is a blue petrol Kawasaki Zephyr 750 first used on 4 Sept 1991. Its MOT is valid until 20 Jul 2027 and it has passed 14 of 19 MOT tests, with 34,264 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Jul 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 20 Jul 2027
Mileage
34,264 mi
At MOT on 10 Jul 2026
MOT tests
19
14 passed · 5 failed
Per year
436 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
J79 PPD
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Kawasaki
Model
Zephyr 750
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
738 cc
Year of manufacture
1991
First used
4 Sept 1991
MOT status
MOT valid until 20 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
10 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

J79 PPD was last recorded at 34,264 miles on 10 Jul 2026, 286 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
33,978 miles · 21 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
286 miles
Average per year
436 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 34,264 miles
  • 2025 – 33,978 miles
  • 2024 – 32,377 miles
  • 2023 – 31,943 miles
  • 2016 – 31,522 miles
  • 2015 – 30,934 miles
  • 2013 – 30,327 miles
  • 2010 – 29,575 miles
  • 2009 – 28,873 miles
  • 2008 – 28,068 miles
  • 2007 – 27,303 miles
  • 2006 – 26,651 miles
  • 2005 – 25,455 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass34,264 miles
  • AdvisoryDrive chain slightly loose Requires slight adjustment (6.1.7 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryExhaust noisy After market silencer fitted (8.1.1 (a))
  • AdvisoryGear selector output shaft seal leaking oil
  • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit Front tyre starting to get low 2.5 mm (5.2.3 (e))

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2016

  • Exhaust noisy

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2005–2015

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2008–2010

  • Rear Brake binding but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

Full MOT history

19 tests since 26 Aug 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass34,264 miles (+286)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    34,264 miles
    Test number
    166974146697
    • AdvisoryDrive chain slightly loose Requires slight adjustment (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy After market silencer fitted (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryGear selector output shaft seal leaking oil
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit Front tyre starting to get low 2.5 mm (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass33,978 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    33,978 miles
    Test number
    677921731511

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail33,978 miles (+312)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,978 miles
    Test number
    883095627800
    • MajorFront Brake indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

  4. Pass33,666 miles (+1,289)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    33,666 miles
    Test number
    497092338867
    • AdvisoryRear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear tyre sidewall perished.

  5. Pass32,377 miles (+434)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    32,377 miles
    Test number
    265151431769

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass31,943 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    31,943 miles
    Test number
    560185724413
    • AdvisoryFront Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  7. Fail31,943 miles (+421)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,943 miles
    Test number
    628831025272
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  8. Pass31,522 miles (+588)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    31,522 miles
    Test number
    273180154478
    • AdvisoryDrive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryGear leaver loose

  9. Pass30,934 miles (+607)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2016
    Odometer
    30,934 miles
    Test number
    967792445108
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
    • AdvisorySteering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

  10. Pass30,327 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    30,327 miles
    Test number
    746318193145
    • AdvisoryDrive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)
    • AdvisoryDrive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

  11. Fail30,327 miles (+752)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,327 miles
    Test number
    338334893163
    • FailureFront Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))
    • AdvisoryDrive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)
    • AdvisoryDrive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

  12. Pass29,575 miles (+23)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    29,575 miles
    Test number
    423692570240
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
    • NoteFront tyre stepped
    • NoteThrottle slightly stickin on lock

  13. Fail29,552 miles (+679)1 failure1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,552 miles
    Test number
    442458460203
    • FailureRear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
    • NoteFront tyre stepped
    • NoteThrottle slightly stickin on lock

  14. Pass28,873 miles (+805)
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    28,873 miles
    Test number
    144185159220

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass28,068 miles (+765)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    28,068 miles
    Test number
    302850758242
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

  16. Pass27,303 miles (+652)
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    27,303 miles
    Test number
    891874647268

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass26,651 miles (+1,196)1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    26,651 miles
    Test number
    504495546277
    • NoteFront brakes slightly binding

  18. Pass25,455 miles (+288)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2006
    Odometer
    25,455 miles
    Test number
    394626845407
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

  19. Fail25,167 miles3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    25,167 miles
    Test number
    884718435284
    • FailureExhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)
    • FailureFront Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is above 850mm from the ground (1.6.3)
    • FailureFront position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Questions about J79 PPD

Does J79 PPD currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on J79 PPD is valid until 20 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on J79 PPD?
The MOT on J79 PPD is valid until 20 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has J79 PPD done?
J79 PPD was recorded at 34,264 miles at its MOT on 10 Jul 2026, an average of 436 miles a year.
Has J79 PPD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. J79 PPD has failed 5 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Jul 2025.
Has the mileage on J79 PPD ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on J79 PPD find?
J79 PPD passed its latest MOT on 10 Jul 2026 with 4 advisories: drive chain slightly loose requires slight adjustment; exhaust noisy after market silencer fitted; gear selector output shaft seal leaking oil, and 1 more.

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