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R166 YDC

1998 Kawasaki ZX-7R

Green Petrol 749cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Nov 2020
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

26,056 mi
Last recorded26,056 miles
Recorded on11 May 2019
Typical for 1998 Kawasaki ZX-7R22,709 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR166 YDC
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-7R
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine749cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 May 2019 26,056 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2018 25,810 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2016 25,473 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2015 24,924 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2014 24,374 miles
Pass 31 May 2013 23,478 miles

front pads low

Fail 31 May 2013 23,472 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

front pads low

Pass 24 May 2012 23,048 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2011 22,419 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2009 22,055 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2008 21,448 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2007 20,508 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2006 19,601 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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R166 YDC is a 1998 Kawasaki ZX-7R in Green with a 749cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 R166 YDC, 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

How do I check the history of R166 YDC?

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What year was R166 YDC registered?

R166 YDC is a 1998 Kawasaki ZX-7R, first registered on 16 May 1998.

Is R166 YDC safe to buy?

The MOT history for R166 YDC shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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