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R269 MNV

1998 Kawasaki ZX-7R

Black Petrol 749cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Dec 2020
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

Typical for 1998 Kawasaki ZX-7R22,709 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR269 MNV
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-7R
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine749cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 Jul 2019

Central Rear Lower Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement slight play in lower front bush of suspension rocker (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Chain guard slightly loose chain guard to swingarm loose and rubbing chain please monitor (6.1.7 (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn low on offside above legal limit at the moment but close, please monitor (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 28 Jun 2019

Central Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Central Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Fuel tank insecure bolt snapped off in front mounting others not holding secure (6.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Handlebar grip insecure to handlebar grip loose (2.2.1 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Central Rear Lower Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement slight play in lower front bush of suspension rocker (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Chain guard slightly loose chain guard to swingarm loose and rubbing chain please monitor (6.1.7 (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn low on offside above legal limit at the moment but close, please monitor (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 23 Jun 2018 30,092 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Fail 23 Jun 2018 30,092 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

Pass 12 May 2017 28,906 miles

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

Pass 23 Jun 2014 27,328 miles

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

Pass 9 Apr 2013 26,057 miles
Pass 22 May 2012 25,940 miles
Pass 5 May 2011 25,724 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 21 Apr 2010 25,392 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 25 Apr 2009 25,191 miles

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

Pass 3 Apr 2008 24,816 miles

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

Fail 1 Apr 2008 24,816 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

Pass 18 Apr 2007 23,355 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2006 22,362 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2006 22,362 miles

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

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 MNV is a 1998 Kawasaki ZX-7R in Black with a 749cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 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 R269 MNV, 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 R269 MNV registered?

R269 MNV is a 1998 Kawasaki ZX-7R, first registered on 19 June 1998.

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