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R26 XRA

1998 Kawasaki ZX-7R

Red Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Sep 2026
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

14,326 mi
Last recorded14,326 miles
Recorded on24 Sep 2025
Typical for 1998 Kawasaki ZX-7R22,709 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR26 XRA
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-7R
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Sep 2025 14,326 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Fail 24 Sep 2025 14,326 miles

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 16 Aug 2024 13,314 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

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

Pass 11 May 2023 13,265 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 9 May 2022 13,158 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2021 12,977 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2010 12,882 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Offside Headlamp damaged but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

Fail 31 Jul 2010 12,882 miles

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

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Offside Headlamp damaged but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

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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R26 XRA is a 1998 Kawasaki ZX-7R in Red with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 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 R26 XRA, 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 R26 XRA registered?

R26 XRA is a 1998 Kawasaki ZX-7R, first registered on 1 February 1998.

Is R26 XRA safe to buy?

The MOT history for R26 XRA shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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