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R202 PEW

1998 Kawasaki ZX-7R

Green Petrol 749cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jun 2026
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

23,502 mi
Last recorded23,502 miles
Recorded on4 Jun 2025
Typical for 1998 Kawasaki ZX-7R22,709 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR202 PEW
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-7R
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine749cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Jun 2025 23,502 miles
Pass 29 May 2024 22,916 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2023 22,290 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2021 22,069 miles
Pass 16 May 2019 21,446 miles
Pass 8 May 2018 21,284 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2017 21,007 miles
Pass 13 May 2016 20,918 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2015 20,829 miles
Pass 23 May 2014 20,711 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2013 20,536 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2011 20,293 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2011 20,293 miles

Throttle has a significant change in engine speed whilst moving the steering from lock to lock (2.1.4)

Pass 21 Jun 2010 20,201 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2010 20,201 miles

Front Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Pass 27 Jun 2009 19,885 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2008 19,446 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2007 18,986 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2006 18,220 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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R202 PEW is a 1998 Kawasaki ZX-7R in Green with a 749cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 R202 PEW, 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 R202 PEW registered?

R202 PEW is a 1998 Kawasaki ZX-7R, first registered on 18 March 1998.

Is R202 PEW safe to buy?

The MOT history for R202 PEW shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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