Kawasaki Zxr750 (1995)
1995 Kawasaki Zxr750
CarHunch analysed 117 real MOT records for the 1995 Kawasaki Zxr750. This breakdown of actual test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — isn't published anywhere else.
The 1995 Kawasaki ZXR750 hits the UK average pass rate dead-on at 80%, so you're looking at a middling performer for its age—not a standout, but not a basket case either. The dangerous defect rate of 12.8% is below the typical threshold for concern, though it's worth a pre-purchase inspection to rule out suspension or braking issues common to ageing sportsbikes.
These machines average just over 26,000 miles, which is relatively low for a 30-year-old bike, suggesting many have been garage queens rather than commuters. Expect around 1.5 failures and 4.6 advisories per test, pointing to wear items like lights, cables, and exhaust brackets rather than engine troubles—get a detailed pre-MOT check from a Kawasaki specialist before you buy to catch any hidden corrosion or carburettor gumming.
What to check before buying a 1995 Kawasaki Zxr750
Practical pre-purchase checks for this age and model.
- 📋 Check the full MOT history. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. Enter the reg below for a full AI analysis.
- 🔍 Inspect for corrosion in person. Brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that's expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.
- 🛞 Check tyres and brakes. The most common advisory items at this age. Budget for replacement if they're near the limit — factor this into your offer price.
- 📄 Run an HPI check. The MOT history won't show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status — an HPI check will.
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Mileage Distribution
Most 1995 Kawasaki Zxr750 vehicles sit in the blue band. If the car you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.
Half of all 1995 Kawasaki Zxr750 vehicles fall between 19,260 and 31,994 miles.
1995 Kawasaki Zxr750 — Still on the Road
Numbers are declining — 10 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025 (28% of peak).
Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2014–2025.
MOT History Averages
Most Common MOT Issues — 1995 Kawasaki Zxr750
Based on actual MOT test records for this model. Percentage shows how often each item appears across all vehicles in this cohort.
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48%
Exhaust noisy
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47.5%
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit
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35.8%
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit
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25%
Rear reflector on motorcycle missing
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18.1%
Drive chain slightly loose
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15.7%
Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion
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15.7%
Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort
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14.2%
Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion
Data covers a 3-year window centred on 1995. Counts include advisories and failures.
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