MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
52,858 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))
Fairings insecure but not likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)
Front brake light switch only operates when lever †fully applied. No warning to rear when slowing down.
Rear hugger/chain guard slightly loose.
Rear suspension slightly stiff.
Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)
Throttle sticking slightly. Slight rev increase on r/h lock.
How Reliable is the Kawasaki ZX-7R?
Based on 36,749 MOT tests across 3,673 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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P198 LKE is a 1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R in Black with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.
Across all 1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.7% with a typical mileage of 23,582 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 P198 LKE, 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 29 years old, this Kawasaki ZX-7R is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
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What year was P198 LKE registered?
P198 LKE is a 1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R, first registered on 1 March 1997.
Is P198 LKE safe to buy?
The MOT history for P198 LKE shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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