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R255 EJL

1998 Kawasaki ZX-7R

Green Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Apr 2026
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

12,125 mi
Last recorded12,125 miles
Recorded on31 Mar 2025
Typical for 1998 Kawasaki ZX-7R22,709 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR255 EJL
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-7R
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 Mar 2025 12,125 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 31 Mar 2025 12,125 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 12 Apr 2024 12,117 miles
Pass 20 May 2008 12,101 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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R255 EJL is a 1998 Kawasaki ZX-7R in Green with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 R255 EJL, 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 R255 EJL?

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What year was R255 EJL registered?

R255 EJL is a 1998 Kawasaki ZX-7R, first registered on 17 January 1998.

Is R255 EJL safe to buy?

The MOT history for R255 EJL shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does R255 EJL have outstanding finance?

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