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R290 RSO

1998 Kawasaki ZX-7R

Green Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 May 2027
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

27,001 mi
Last recorded27,001 miles
Recorded on5 May 2026
Typical for 1998 Kawasaki ZX-7R22,709 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR290 RSO
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-7R
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 May 2026 27,001 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2024 26,821 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2023 26,295 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2021 25,481 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2020 20,833 miles
Pass 4 May 2019 16,538 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 19 Apr 2018 13,902 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2017 12,770 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 27 Jan 2016 11,807 miles
Fail 27 Jan 2016 11,807 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 18 Sep 2015 11,338 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2014 9,914 miles

aftermarket silencer fitted

indicator security

seat cowl fitted

Pass 20 Aug 2013 9,796 miles

aftermarket silencer fitted

free play at gearchange lever

front brake slight bind

Pass 4 Sep 2012 9,486 miles

aftermarket exhaust fitted

Pass 13 Sep 2011 8,702 miles

front tyre wear

Fail 9 Aug 2010 8,570 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

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

Fail 29 Jul 2010 8,570 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

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

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

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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R290 RSO is a 1998 Kawasaki ZX-7R in Green with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 R290 RSO, 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 R290 RSO registered?

R290 RSO is a 1998 Kawasaki ZX-7R, first registered on 1 June 1998.

Is R290 RSO safe to buy?

The MOT history for R290 RSO shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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