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R144 SKH

1998 Kawasaki ZX-7R

Black Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 May 2018
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

17,597 mi
Last recorded17,597 miles
Recorded on26 May 2017
Typical for 1998 Kawasaki ZX-7R22,709 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR144 SKH
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-7R
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 May 2017 17,597 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 25 May 2017 17,597 miles

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 6 May 2014 17,007 miles

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 13 Apr 2013 16,553 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Fail 11 Sep 2009 16,343 miles

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

Registration plate character(s) not correctly formed (6.3.4b)

Pass 11 Sep 2009 16,343 miles

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

Pass 26 Jul 2008 15,721 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2006 15,634 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2005 15,402 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
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R144 SKH is a 1998 Kawasaki ZX-7R in Black with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 1998 Kawasaki ZX-7R models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.7% with a typical mileage of 22,709 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 R144 SKH, 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 28 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 R144 SKH registered?

R144 SKH is a 1998 Kawasaki ZX-7R, first registered on 16 June 1998.

Is R144 SKH safe to buy?

The MOT history for R144 SKH shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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