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S42 LGN

1998 Kawasaki ZR750

Orange Petrol 750cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 May 2027
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

22,229 mi
Last recorded22,229 miles
Recorded on2 May 2026
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS42 LGN
MakeKawasaki
ModelZR750
Year1998
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine750cc
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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 May 2026 22,229 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2025 21,754 miles
Pass 13 May 2024 21,542 miles
Pass 10 May 2023 21,139 miles
Pass 6 May 2022 20,895 miles
Pass 24 May 2021 20,554 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2019 20,120 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2018 19,604 miles

head race bearings nochy

Pass 7 Jun 2017 19,484 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2017 19,475 miles

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 23 May 2016 19,174 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2015 17,778 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2014 15,595 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2013 6,823 miles

Front Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 2 Apr 2012 87,612 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2011 87,569 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2010 78,287 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2009 68,802 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2008 59,404 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2007 49,840 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2007 49,828 miles

Front Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Pass 3 Apr 2006 41,615 miles

How Reliable is the Kawasaki ZR750?

Based on 2,739 MOT tests across 246 vehicles.

83.5%
Pass Rate
882
Miles/Year
35
Year Lifespan
246
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 46
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 15
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 11
reflector on motorcycle missing 10
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 9
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S42 LGN is a 1998 Kawasaki ZR750 in Orange with a 750cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

The most common reason a Kawasaki ZR750 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 46 recorded failures. If you're considering buying S42 LGN, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki ZR750 typically stays on UK roads for around 35 years. At 28 years old, this Kawasaki ZR750 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of S42 LGN?

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What year was S42 LGN registered?

S42 LGN is a 1998 Kawasaki ZR750, first registered on 7 September 1998.

Is S42 LGN safe to buy?

The MOT history for S42 LGN shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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