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R157 FUD

1998 Kawasaki ZX-7R

Green Petrol 749cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jan 2021
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

45,431 mi
Last recorded45,431 miles
Recorded on6 Jul 2019
Typical for 1998 Kawasaki ZX-7R22,709 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR157 FUD
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-7R
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine749cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 6 Jul 2019 45,431 miles

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

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 22 Jul 2017 45,159 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 22 Mar 2016 44,392 miles
Pass 31 May 2014 44,376 miles
Pass 5 May 2012 44,154 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2011 43,296 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2009 41,671 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 2 Aug 2008 39,139 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2007 37,107 miles

Front Brake disc(s) is slightly distorted (3.2.A1m)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 20 May 2006 33,028 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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R157 FUD is a 1998 Kawasaki ZX-7R in Green with a 749cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 R157 FUD, 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 R157 FUD registered?

R157 FUD is a 1998 Kawasaki ZX-7R, first registered on 5 May 1998.

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