CarVerify

Free Car Check

N290 RJR

1996 Kawasaki ZX-7R

Green Petrol 748cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Aug 2026
Tests27 (17 pass, 10 fail)
Pass rate63%

Mileage

40,342 mi
Last recorded40,342 miles
Recorded on14 Aug 2025
Typical for 1996 Kawasaki ZX-7R25,441 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Kawasaki
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationN290 RJR
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-7R
Year1996
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

17 pass 10 fail
Pass 14 Aug 2025 40,342 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 7 Aug 2024 39,979 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front pass light no working

Rear Suspension rod ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Rear Suspension rod ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated corroded/ rust (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Rear Suspension rod ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated rear suspension linkage and shock absorber corroded and rusty (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1,8mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 22 Jun 2023 39,710 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 31 May 2022 39,386 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.9mm (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 31 May 2022 39,386 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.9mm (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 21 Apr 2022 39,379 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.9mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 16 Apr 2021 39,199 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Rear Suspension rod pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement slight up and down play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 15 Apr 2021 39,189 miles

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

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Rear Suspension rod pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement slight up and down play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Sep 2019 38,572 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Fail 29 Aug 2019 38,557 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

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

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Aug 2018 36,663 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened slight run out (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 10 Aug 2018 36,657 miles

Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened slight run out (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 3 Aug 2017 34,663 miles

Front fork dust seals badly corroded

Front fork stanchions pitted

Offside riders foot peg rubber missing

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit on limit (4.1.3(ii))

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play linkage (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 8 Aug 2016 33,245 miles

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

Fail 4 Aug 2016 33,223 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

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

Pass 5 Jun 2015 32,677 miles

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 13 Jun 2014 32,330 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2014 32,316 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 7 May 2013 31,157 miles

front fork dust seals corroded

front tyre near legal limit

Fail 1 May 2013 31,090 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Offside Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

1 tail light inop

drive chain slightly tight

front fork dust seals corroded

front tyre near legal limit

Pass 30 Apr 2012 29,183 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 20 Apr 2011 26,576 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Fail 20 Apr 2011 26,576 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 16 Apr 2010 24,326 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

belly pan has minor damage

front mudguard damaged

Fail 1 Apr 2010 24,320 miles

Front Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Nearside Handlebar deformed (2.1.1b)

Offside Handlebar deformed (2.1.1b)

Offside Steering control has Insufficient clearance at full lock affecting the riders grasp of handlebars (2.1.2b)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Rear Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Registration plate delaminated (6.3.1.d)

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

front mudguard damaged

speedo cable not connected

Pass 26 Jul 2008 24,320 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 17 Jun 2006 22,955 miles

How Reliable is the Kawasaki ZX-7R?

Based on 36,749 MOT tests across 3,673 vehicles.

81.4%
Pass Rate
662
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
3,673
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 649
reflector on motorcycle missing 561
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 450
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 425
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 375
Full Kawasaki ZX-7R reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

N290 RJR is a 1996 Kawasaki ZX-7R in Green with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63%.

Across all 1996 Kawasaki ZX-7R models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.6% with a typical mileage of 25,441 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 ZX-7R fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 649 recorded failures. If you're considering buying N290 RJR, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki ZX-7R typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 30 years old, this Kawasaki ZX-7R is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of N290 RJR?

You can check the full history of N290 RJR by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was N290 RJR registered?

N290 RJR is a 1996 Kawasaki ZX-7R, first registered on 1 April 1996.

Is N290 RJR safe to buy?

The MOT history for N290 RJR shows 27 tests with a 63% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does N290 RJR have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on N290 RJR. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.