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R148 GHJ

1998 Kawasaki ZX-7R

Purple Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Aug 2023
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

27,485 mi
Last recorded27,485 miles
Recorded on6 Aug 2022
Typical for 1998 Kawasaki ZX-7R22,709 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR148 GHJ
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-7R
Year1998
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Aug 2022 27,485 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2020 26,840 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2017 26,805 miles

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

Fail 9 Sep 2017 26,797 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Aug 2012 26,726 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2011 26,589 miles

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

Steering control has reduced clearance at full lock not affecting the riders grasp of handlebars (2.1.2b)

Pass 22 Aug 2009 26,506 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2006 26,404 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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R148 GHJ is a 1998 Kawasaki ZX-7R in Purple with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 R148 GHJ, 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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How do I check the history of R148 GHJ?

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What year was R148 GHJ registered?

R148 GHJ is a 1998 Kawasaki ZX-7R, first registered on 25 April 1998.

Is R148 GHJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for R148 GHJ shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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