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R365 GEV

1998 Kawasaki ZX-7R

Green Petrol 749cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 May 2026
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

40,878 mi
Last recorded40,878 miles
Recorded on9 May 2025
Typical for 1998 Kawasaki ZX-7R22,709 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR365 GEV
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-7R
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine749cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 May 2025 40,878 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 9 May 2025 40,878 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 10 May 2024 38,691 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 16 Jun 2018 37,407 miles
Pass 24 May 2017 31,817 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 25 Apr 2016 25,717 miles
Pass 19 May 2015 24,591 miles
Pass 3 May 2014 24,195 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2013 23,608 miles
Fail 14 Jan 2013 23,608 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 31 Aug 2011 22,730 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2010 21,970 miles

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

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

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

Fail 26 Aug 2010 21,960 miles

Nearside Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

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

Pass 15 Jul 2009 20,004 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 17 Jul 2008 18,717 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2007 15,767 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2006 13,728 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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R365 GEV is a 1998 Kawasaki ZX-7R in Green with a 749cc 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 R365 GEV, 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 R365 GEV registered?

R365 GEV is a 1998 Kawasaki ZX-7R, first registered on 9 April 1998.

Is R365 GEV safe to buy?

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