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R186 GKO

1998 Kawasaki ZX-7R

Red Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Oct 2026
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

23,159 mi
Last recorded23,159 miles
Recorded on28 Oct 2025
Typical for 1998 Kawasaki ZX-7R22,709 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR186 GKO
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-7R
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Oct 2025 23,159 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 29 Oct 2024 22,551 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

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

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear rear tyre cracked in sidewall

Pass 9 May 2023 21,874 miles

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Footrest slightly loose (6.2.12 (a))

Pass 26 Apr 2022 21,351 miles

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

Front Brake caliper travel close to excessive (1.1.16 (e) (i))

Rear Brake caliper travel close to excessive (1.1.16 (e) (i))

Pass 27 Apr 2021 21,114 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2021 21,095 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 14 Oct 2019 21,069 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2018 20,994 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2017 20,778 miles
Pass 7 May 2016 20,456 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2015 20,219 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2014 19,580 miles

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

Pass 6 Apr 2013 18,942 miles

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

Pass 31 Oct 2011 17,712 miles
Fail 16 Oct 2010 16,785 miles

Rear Brake lever excessively chafed (3.2.A1a)

Pass 16 Oct 2010 16,785 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2009 15,752 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2008 14,818 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2007 14,101 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2006 13,043 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

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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R186 GKO is a 1998 Kawasaki ZX-7R in Red 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 R186 GKO, 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 R186 GKO registered?

R186 GKO is a 1998 Kawasaki ZX-7R, first registered on 3 April 1998.

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