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J42 HTU

1998 Kawasaki Zephyr 750

Blue Petrol 738cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Mar 2026
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

39,117 mi
Last recorded39,117 miles
Recorded on7 Mar 2025
Typical for 1998 Kawasaki Zephyr 75017,459 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ42 HTU
MakeKawasaki
ModelZephyr 750
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine738cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Mar 2025 39,117 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2023 39,104 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2022 38,794 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2021 38,469 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2020 38,166 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 1 Apr 2019 37,906 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2018 37,490 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2016 36,812 miles
Fail 15 Dec 2016 36,812 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 5 Jan 2016 45,518 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2011 44,566 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2009 42,904 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2008 40,352 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2007 39,227 miles
Fail 31 May 2007 39,209 miles

Front Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 1 Jun 2006 36,651 miles

How Reliable is the Kawasaki Zephyr 750?

Based on 10,017 MOT tests across 1,089 vehicles.

83.6%
Pass Rate
451
Miles/Year
35
Year Lifespan
1,089
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 164
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 163
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 110
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 89
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 71
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J42 HTU is a 1998 Kawasaki Zephyr 750 in Blue with a 738cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1998 Kawasaki Zephyr 750 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.3% with a typical mileage of 17,459 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Kawasaki Zephyr 750 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 164 recorded failures. If you're considering buying J42 HTU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki Zephyr 750 typically stays on UK roads for around 35 years. At 28 years old, this Kawasaki Zephyr 750 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was J42 HTU registered?

J42 HTU is a 1998 Kawasaki Zephyr 750, first registered on 18 February 1998.

Is J42 HTU safe to buy?

The MOT history for J42 HTU shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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