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R342 DRP

1998 Kawasaki ZX-7R

Green Petrol 749cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Jul 2027
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

15,101 mi
Last recorded15,101 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2026
Typical for 1998 Kawasaki ZX-7R22,709 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR342 DRP
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-7R
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine749cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Jul 2026 15,101 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 15 May 2020 15,080 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2018 14,991 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 4 Apr 2017 14,756 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 9 Apr 2016 13,908 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2014 12,457 miles

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

n/s fork stanchion very pitted.

Fail 9 Aug 2014 12,453 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

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

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

n/s fork stanchion very pitted.

Pass 9 Aug 2013 11,579 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

fuel residue around fuel filter, been leaking.

Pass 14 Aug 2012 11,065 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 10 Jul 2007 10,134 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2006 9,616 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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R342 DRP is a 1998 Kawasaki ZX-7R in Green with a 749cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 R342 DRP, 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 R342 DRP registered?

R342 DRP is a 1998 Kawasaki ZX-7R, first registered on 10 January 1998.

Is R342 DRP safe to buy?

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