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R221 KAW

1998 Kawasaki ZX-7R

Black Petrol 749cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Nov 2021
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

28,117 mi
Last recorded28,117 miles
Recorded on13 Nov 2020
Typical for 1998 Kawasaki ZX-7R22,709 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR221 KAW
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-7R
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine749cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 Nov 2020 28,117 miles

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

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 25 Nov 2019 26,548 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 25 Nov 2019 26,548 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 3 Nov 2018 26,548 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 9 Oct 2018 26,524 miles

Offside Front Brake disc contaminated (1.1.14 (b))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) contaminated (1.1.13 (b))

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

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

Rear Drive chain so worn it is likely to fail (6.1.7 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 20 Oct 2017 26,358 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension has slight corrosion (2.3.8)

Offside Front Front suspension has slight corrosion (2.3.8)

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear Rear brake rubbing

Fail 20 Oct 2017 26,358 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension has slight corrosion (2.3.8)

Offside Front Front suspension has slight corrosion (2.3.8)

Rear Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear Rear brake rubbing

Pass 15 Sep 2016 25,981 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 8 Aug 2015 25,601 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2014 24,922 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2013 23,257 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2011 23,192 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 15 Sep 2010 22,607 miles

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

Pass 28 Sep 2009 21,461 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2008 18,644 miles
Pass 17 May 2007 18,328 miles
Pass 2 May 2006 18,568 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2006 18,560 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

R/H/R POSITION LAMP NOT WORKING.

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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R221 KAW is a 1998 Kawasaki ZX-7R in Black with a 749cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 R221 KAW, 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 R221 KAW?

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What year was R221 KAW registered?

R221 KAW is a 1998 Kawasaki ZX-7R, first registered on 8 January 1998.

Is R221 KAW safe to buy?

The MOT history for R221 KAW shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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