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R242 FGP

1998 Kawasaki ZX-7R

Green Petrol 749cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Nov 2020
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

26,476 mi
Last recorded26,476 miles
Recorded on4 May 2019
Typical for 1998 Kawasaki ZX-7R22,709 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR242 FGP
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-7R
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine749cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 May 2019 26,476 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Valve stem slightly misaligned (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 28 Apr 2018 26,343 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 2 Jul 2016 26,032 miles

50% OF REAR LIGHT WORKING

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Fail 2 Jul 2016 26,032 miles

50% OF REAR LIGHT WORKING

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 22 May 2015 25,412 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 21 May 2015 25,399 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 22 May 2008 24,775 miles
Fail 22 May 2008 24,775 miles

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 26 May 2007 23,202 miles
Pass 27 May 2006 22,503 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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R242 FGP is a 1998 Kawasaki ZX-7R in Green with a 749cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 R242 FGP, 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 R242 FGP registered?

R242 FGP is a 1998 Kawasaki ZX-7R, first registered on 22 May 1998.

Is R242 FGP safe to buy?

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