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R269 EJL

1998 Kawasaki ZX-7R

Green Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Apr 2026
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

43,477 mi
Last recorded43,477 miles
Recorded on5 Apr 2025
Typical for 1998 Kawasaki ZX-7R22,709 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR269 EJL
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-7R
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Apr 2025 43,477 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2024 43,457 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2023 43,420 miles

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

Pass 24 Jul 2021 43,256 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2021 43,235 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 4 Jun 2020 43,181 miles

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

Pass 2 Mar 2019 43,140 miles

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

Pass 21 Oct 2017 42,735 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2016 42,409 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2014 42,259 miles

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

end of offside front footrest broken off but function not impared

Pass 4 Oct 2013 41,652 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2012 41,287 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2011 40,201 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2010 37,223 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2009 35,519 miles

Nearside Rear Motorcycle structure slightly damaged (6.1.1a)

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

Pass 5 Apr 2007 28,840 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2007 28,840 miles

Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.2.B3b)

Front Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Fail 31 Mar 2007 28,840 miles

Centre Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Nearside Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.2.B3b)

Nearside Front suspension spring worn but not seriously weakened (2.3.2b)

Offside Front suspension spring worn but not seriously weakened (2.3.2b)

Pass 27 Mar 2006 25,811 miles

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

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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R269 EJL is a 1998 Kawasaki ZX-7R in Green with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 R269 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 R269 EJL registered?

R269 EJL is a 1998 Kawasaki ZX-7R, first registered on 1 March 1998.

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