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R211 JGU

1998 Kawasaki ZX-7R

Green Petrol 749cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jul 2026
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

23,760 mi
Last recorded23,760 miles
Recorded on30 Jul 2025
Typical for 1998 Kawasaki ZX-7R22,709 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR211 JGU
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-7R
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine749cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Jul 2025 23,760 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened slight pitting to all discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Registration plate lamp throwing direct white light to the rear (4.7.1 (a))

Fail 29 Jul 2025 23,741 miles

Offside Front Lower Brake component inadequately mounted one disc to wheel fixing missing/snapped off (1.1.21 (c))

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened slight pitting to all discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Rear Registration plate lamp throwing direct white light to the rear (4.7.1 (a))

Rear Stop lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Jun 2024 23,590 miles

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

Pass 18 Aug 2022 23,580 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 28 Mar 2015 23,541 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2013 23,435 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2012 23,203 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Pass 27 Apr 2011 22,628 miles

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

Pass 30 Mar 2010 21,984 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Feb 2009 21,054 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2008 17,144 miles

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

nearside indicators flash faster than offside

Pass 26 Jun 2006 14,446 miles

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

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(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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R211 JGU is a 1998 Kawasaki ZX-7R in Green with a 749cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 R211 JGU, 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.

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What year was R211 JGU registered?

R211 JGU is a 1998 Kawasaki ZX-7R, first registered on 20 April 1998.

Is R211 JGU safe to buy?

The MOT history for R211 JGU shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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