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R309 DMY

1998 Kawasaki ZX-7R

Red Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Mar 2009
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

44,265 mi
Last recorded44,265 miles
Recorded on11 Feb 2008
Typical for 1998 Kawasaki ZX-7R22,709 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR309 DMY
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-7R
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Feb 2008 44,265 miles

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

Pass 5 Mar 2007 42,007 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2007 42,007 miles

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level dangerously low (3.2.B1d)

Front Front mudguard insecure (2.3.7)

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

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

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

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Offside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 24 Feb 2006 39,274 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2006 39,254 miles

Offside Rear Roller brake test indicates brake effort rise disproportional to brake lever or pedal effort (3.3.A1c)

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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R309 DMY is a 1998 Kawasaki ZX-7R in Red with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 R309 DMY, 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 R309 DMY registered?

R309 DMY is a 1998 Kawasaki ZX-7R, first registered on 7 February 1998.

Is R309 DMY safe to buy?

The MOT history for R309 DMY shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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