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R311 EEX

1998 Kawasaki ZX-7R

Black Petrol 749cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Aug 2023
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

25,630 mi
Last recorded25,630 miles
Recorded on24 Aug 2022
Typical for 1998 Kawasaki ZX-7R22,709 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR311 EEX
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-7R
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine749cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 24 Aug 2022 25,630 miles

Front cracking in between tyre tread on front tyre

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

Pass 10 Jun 2021 25,624 miles

Front cracking inbetween tread front tyre

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

Pass 16 May 2020 25,506 miles
Pass 22 May 2019 25,418 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2018 25,356 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.C2d)

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

Fail 21 Mar 2018 25,356 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.C2d)

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

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 21 Mar 2017 25,001 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2017 25,001 miles

Rear Direction indicators affected by the operation of another lamp (1.5.1c)

Pass 24 Mar 2016 24,410 miles

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

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

Fail 15 May 2014 23,692 miles

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

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

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Pass 15 May 2014 23,692 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Jun 2012 22,635 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Exhaust system slightly loose

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

Pass 12 Feb 2011 20,590 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 11 Feb 2010 18,327 miles

front side light no working. front wheel bearings slightly rough.

Fail 11 Feb 2010 18,327 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

front side light no working. front wheel bearings slightly rough.

Pass 24 May 2008 16,442 miles
Fail 24 May 2008 16,442 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Nearside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 9 Jun 2006 13,276 miles

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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R311 EEX is a 1998 Kawasaki ZX-7R in Black with a 749cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 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 R311 EEX, 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 R311 EEX registered?

R311 EEX is a 1998 Kawasaki ZX-7R, first registered on 13 June 1998.

Is R311 EEX safe to buy?

The MOT history for R311 EEX shows 18 tests with a 72.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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