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R218 SNR

1998 Kawasaki ZX-7R

Green Petrol 749cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jun 2026
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

24,108 mi
Last recorded24,108 miles
Recorded on6 Jun 2025
Typical for 1998 Kawasaki ZX-7R22,709 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR218 SNR
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-7R
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine749cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Jun 2025 24,108 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2023 24,003 miles
Pass 12 May 2022 23,792 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2021 23,328 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2017 23,133 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 14 May 2016 22,814 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

number plate light not working

Pass 29 Sep 2012 21,822 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 7 Oct 2011 20,120 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 1 Oct 2010 18,641 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2009 17,769 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2008 17,670 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2008 17,670 miles

Exhaust markings indicating not for road use or similar wording (7.1.4)

Registration plate font not substantially similar to the prescribed font (6.3.4d)

Pass 1 Jul 2006 16,640 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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R218 SNR 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 R218 SNR, 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 R218 SNR?

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What year was R218 SNR registered?

R218 SNR is a 1998 Kawasaki ZX-7R, first registered on 26 February 1998.

Is R218 SNR safe to buy?

The MOT history for R218 SNR 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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