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M42 YWW

1995 Kawasaki Zephyr 750

Red Petrol 738cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Jun 2027
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

12,984 mi
Last recorded12,984 miles
Recorded on5 Jun 2026
Typical for 1995 Kawasaki Zephyr 75021,576 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM42 YWW
MakeKawasaki
ModelZephyr 750
Year1995
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine738cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Jun 2026 12,984 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2025 11,506 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2025 11,506 miles

Rear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 28 Jan 2023 9,386 miles
Fail 28 Jan 2023 9,386 miles

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Front Brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 13 Jun 2012 9,343 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2011 9,186 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2006 9,072 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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M42 YWW is a 1995 Kawasaki Zephyr 750 in Red with a 738cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1995 Kawasaki Zephyr 750 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.5% with a typical mileage of 21,576 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 M42 YWW, 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 31 years old, this Kawasaki Zephyr 750 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of M42 YWW?

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What year was M42 YWW registered?

M42 YWW is a 1995 Kawasaki Zephyr 750, first registered on 1 July 1995.

Is M42 YWW safe to buy?

The MOT history for M42 YWW shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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