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E542 GEO

1988 Kawasaki VN750

Black Petrol 749cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Sep 2026
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

25,190 mi
Last recorded25,190 miles
Recorded on10 Sep 2025
Typical for 1988 Kawasaki VN75023,498 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE542 GEO
MakeKawasaki
ModelVN750
Year1988
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine749cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Sep 2025 25,190 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2024 24,955 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Wheel corroded but not to excess spokes (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Fail 19 Sep 2024 24,955 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Nearside Front Direction indicator likely to become detached (4.4.1 (c) (ii))

Rear Wheel corroded but not to excess spokes (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 11 Oct 2021 24,940 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2020 24,786 miles
Pass 7 May 2019 23,772 miles
Pass 3 May 2018 23,478 miles
Fail 3 May 2018 23,478 miles

Rear Brake pedal is damaged and the brake cannot be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Stop lamp emits other than a steady red light (1.3.1b)

Pass 25 Apr 2017 22,014 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2016 18,100 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 2 Oct 2013 17,444 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2012 16,483 miles

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

Fail 9 Sep 2011 63,928 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

Pass 9 Sep 2011 63,928 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 16 Apr 2010 59,211 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 16 Apr 2009 56,710 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 16 Apr 2008 51,780 miles

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

Pass 17 Apr 2007 44,520 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2006 13,415 miles

How Reliable is the Kawasaki VN750?

Based on 3,372 MOT tests across 430 vehicles.

82.0%
Pass Rate
365
Miles/Year
41
Year Lifespan
430
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 36
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 33
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 30
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 21
reflector on motorcycle missing 15
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E542 GEO is a 1988 Kawasaki VN750 in Black with a 749cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

Across all 1988 Kawasaki VN750 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.3% with a typical mileage of 23,498 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Kawasaki VN750 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 36 recorded failures. If you're considering buying E542 GEO, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki VN750 typically stays on UK roads for around 41 years. At 38 years old, this Kawasaki VN750 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was E542 GEO registered?

E542 GEO is a 1988 Kawasaki VN750, first registered on 30 December 1988.

Is E542 GEO safe to buy?

The MOT history for E542 GEO shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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