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R14 CYX

1998 Kawasaki ZX-7R

Black Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jul 2026
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

18,122 mi
Last recorded18,122 miles
Recorded on14 Jul 2025
Typical for 1998 Kawasaki ZX-7R22,709 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR14 CYX
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-7R
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Jul 2025 18,122 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2024 17,877 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2023 17,713 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2022 17,465 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2021 17,393 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2019 17,268 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2019 17,268 miles

Central Front Position lamp not working Front position light (4.2.1 (a))

Fail 23 Jul 2019 17,257 miles

Central Front Position lamp not working Front position light (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 18 Jun 2018 16,803 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2017 16,782 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2016 16,422 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2015 15,927 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2014 15,685 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2013 15,670 miles
Pass 25 May 2012 15,548 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2010 15,357 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2009 15,237 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2008 14,309 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2007 13,602 miles

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

Pass 1 Apr 2006 12,185 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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R14 CYX is a 1998 Kawasaki ZX-7R in Black with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 R14 CYX, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R14 CYX registered?

R14 CYX is a 1998 Kawasaki ZX-7R, first registered on 1 August 1998.

Is R14 CYX safe to buy?

The MOT history for R14 CYX shows 20 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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