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M498 VDO

1995 Kawasaki ZXR750

Black Petrol 749cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 May 2027
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

40,255 mi
Last recorded40,255 miles
Recorded on9 May 2026
Typical for 1995 Kawasaki ZXR75025,498 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM498 VDO
MakeKawasaki
ModelZXR750
Year1995
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine749cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 May 2026 40,255 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2024 40,209 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2023 39,645 miles

Central Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 22 Apr 2022 38,765 miles

Central Rear Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 22 Apr 2022 38,765 miles

Central Rear Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 30 Apr 2021 37,980 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 3 May 2019 37,969 miles

How Reliable is the Kawasaki ZXR750?

Based on 14,736 MOT tests across 2,313 vehicles.

78.4%
Pass Rate
463
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
2,313
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 503
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 294
reflector on motorcycle missing 219
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 217
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 209
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M498 VDO is a 1995 Kawasaki ZXR750 in Black with a 749cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1995 Kawasaki ZXR750 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.5% with a typical mileage of 25,498 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Kawasaki ZXR750 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 503 recorded failures. If you're considering buying M498 VDO, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki ZXR750 typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 31 years old, this Kawasaki ZXR750 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was M498 VDO registered?

M498 VDO is a 1995 Kawasaki ZXR750, first registered on 31 December 1995.

Is M498 VDO safe to buy?

The MOT history for M498 VDO shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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