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R182 PJM

1998 Kawasaki ZX7R

Red Petrol 749cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Mar 2027
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

23,013 mi
Last recorded23,013 miles
Recorded on4 Mar 2026
Typical for 1998 Kawasaki ZX7R24,356 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR182 PJM
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX7R
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine749cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Mar 2026 23,013 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 3 Oct 2025 22,993 miles

Front Brake grabbing severely (1.2.1 (c))

Registration plate lamp missing in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 3 Mar 2023 22,731 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 12 Mar 2022 22,121 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Pass 21 Dec 2020 21,165 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 14 Aug 2013 20,303 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 21 May 2008 19,752 miles
Pass 24 May 2007 18,854 miles
Fail 18 May 2007 18,848 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

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

Pass 9 May 2006 17,847 miles

How Reliable is the Kawasaki ZX7R?

Based on 1,982 MOT tests across 235 vehicles.

78.8%
Pass Rate
804
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
235
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

reflector on motorcycle missing 47
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 42
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 25
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 24
Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside 24
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R182 PJM is a 1998 Kawasaki ZX7R in Red with a 749cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1998 Kawasaki ZX7R models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.3% with a typical mileage of 24,356 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 ZX7R fails its MOT is reflector on motorcycle missing, accounting for 47 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R182 PJM, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki ZX7R typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 28 years old, this Kawasaki ZX7R is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R182 PJM registered?

R182 PJM is a 1998 Kawasaki ZX7R, first registered on 1 March 1998.

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