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R317 DOO

1998 Kawasaki ZX-7R

Green Petrol 749cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Aug 2021
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

18,345 mi
Last recorded18,345 miles
Recorded on20 Aug 2020
Typical for 1998 Kawasaki ZX-7R22,709 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR317 DOO
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-7R
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine749cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Aug 2020 18,345 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2019 18,158 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2018 17,972 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2017 17,259 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2016 15,917 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 3 Aug 2016 15,917 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear Locking devices not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

Pass 4 Aug 2015 15,601 miles
Pass 17 May 2014 14,740 miles

drive chain needs lube

Pass 16 May 2013 13,124 miles
Pass 26 May 2012 12,419 miles

Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 3 May 2011 11,895 miles

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

non standard exhaust fitted

Pass 1 May 2010 11,580 miles
Pass 9 May 2009 10,872 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2008 10,395 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Pass 18 Apr 2007 10,205 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2006 10,135 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2006 10,135 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

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

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Pass 19 Apr 2005 9,275 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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R317 DOO is a 1998 Kawasaki ZX-7R in Green with a 749cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 R317 DOO, 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 R317 DOO registered?

R317 DOO is a 1998 Kawasaki ZX-7R, first registered on 14 January 1998.

Is R317 DOO safe to buy?

The MOT history for R317 DOO shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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