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R268 EJL

1998 Kawasaki ZX-7R

Green Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jun 2022
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

29,189 mi
Last recorded29,189 miles
Recorded on19 Jun 2021
Typical for 1998 Kawasaki ZX-7R22,709 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR268 EJL
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-7R
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 19 Jun 2021 29,189 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2019 29,145 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 7 Mar 2017 28,345 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2016 26,999 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Feb 2015 25,184 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 6 Jul 2013 21,592 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2012 21,057 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2011 20,046 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2010 19,500 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 10 Jun 2008 19,209 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2007 18,849 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear Rear reflector damaged but function not impaired (1.4.2a)

Pass 3 Jun 2006 17,538 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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R268 EJL is a 1998 Kawasaki ZX-7R in Green with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 R268 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

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What year was R268 EJL registered?

R268 EJL is a 1998 Kawasaki ZX-7R, first registered on 1 February 1998.

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