Kawasaki VN750 Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
Free Kawasaki VN750 car check
Is the Kawasaki VN750 reliable? We analysed 3,372 real MOT tests across 430 vehicles to find out.
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The Kawasaki VN750 is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm and shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Kawasaki VN750.
Kawasaki VN750 Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Kawasaki VN750. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Kawasaki VN750 MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Kawasaki VN750 to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Kawasaki VN750 Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Kawasaki VN750 fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Kawasaki VN750 Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Kawasaki VN750 owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Kawasaki VN750 MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Kawasaki VN750 year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1999 | 52 | 84.6% | 21,072 | 36,145 | 51,672 |
| 1996 | 63 | 84.1% | 15,881 | 17,207 | 19,456 |
| 1995 | 255 | 82.0% | 15,614 | 20,700 | 26,582 |
| 1994 | 781 | 83.5% | 10,620 | 16,764 | 22,802 |
| 1993 | 744 | 83.2% | 12,203 | 19,104 | 27,335 |
| 1992 | 108 | 80.6% | 16,027 | 27,359 | 31,811 |
| 1990 | 93 | 84.9% | 14,838 | 19,271 | 25,992 |
| 1989 | 143 | 80.4% | 12,875 | 25,791 | 34,238 |
| 1988 | 166 | 81.3% | 17,326 | 23,498 | 32,010 |
| 1987 | 207 | 78.3% | 18,926 | 27,429 | 34,797 |
| 1986 | 504 | 81.3% | 13,118 | 20,157 | 27,841 |
| 1985 | 70 | 74.3% | 21,232 | 26,834 | 31,320 |
How Long Does a Kawasaki VN750 Last?
Based on 430 Kawasaki VN750 vehicles on UK roads.
Kawasaki VN750 Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Kawasaki VN750 MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.
Best Year to Buy a Used Kawasaki VN750
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
84.9% MOT pass rate from 93 tests
74.3% MOT pass rate from 70 tests
The best year to buy a used Kawasaki VN750 is 1990, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 84.9% across 93 tests. The 1985 model year has the lowest pass rate at 74.3% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Kawasaki VN750 Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kawasaki VN750 THIS CAR | 82.0% | 3,372 | 19,926 mi | 41 yrs |
| Kawasaki ZX-6R | 81.7% | 204,826 | 19,965 mi | 31 yrs |
| Kawasaki ZX-9R | 83.7% | 103,150 | 22,736 mi | 32 yrs |
| Kawasaki ER5 | 81.2% | 65,763 | 22,023 mi | 30 yrs |
| Vauxhall Mokka Elite Nav Premium Turbo | 88.5% | 3,794 | 23,493 mi | — yrs |
Compared to the Kawasaki ZX-6R (81.7% pass rate) and the Kawasaki ZX-9R (83.7% pass rate), the Kawasaki VN750 sits in the middle of the pack on MOT reliability.
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Check a specific Kawasaki VN750Should you buy a used Kawasaki VN750?
The Kawasaki VN750 has an overall MOT pass rate of 82.0% across 3,372 real MOT tests — comfortably above the UK average, which puts it among the more reliable models on UK roads.
The most common problems on the Kawasaki VN750 are stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (36 recorded failures), tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (33), and shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (30). These are the faults most likely to cause an MOT failure on this model, so check for them carefully on any test drive or pre-purchase inspection. Many are wear-and-tear items that can be budgeted for, but a car that's already failing on multiple fronts may signal neglected maintenance.
A typical Kawasaki VN750 owner drives around 365 miles per year. If the car you're looking at is significantly above this, expect more wear on suspension, brakes and tyres. If it's well below, the vehicle may have been sitting unused — check for perished rubber, corroded discs and stale fluids.
In terms of longevity, most Kawasaki VN750 models stay on UK roads for around 41 years — a strong showing that suggests solid build quality and readily available parts. If you're buying one that's already approaching that window, the data suggests it has plenty of life left provided it's been maintained.
Before committing to a purchase, we recommend running a full vehicle history check on the specific car. This will reveal any outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies that the seller may not disclose — and that the MOT data alone can't tell you.