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R387 OGN

1998 Kawasaki ZX7R

Red Petrol 749cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Nov 2021
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

55,896 mi
Last recorded55,896 miles
Recorded on25 Nov 2020
Typical for 1998 Kawasaki ZX7R24,356 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR387 OGN
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX7R
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine749cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Nov 2020 55,896 miles

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

Rear Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement linkage (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Slight engine oil leak

Pass 1 Nov 2019 49,779 miles

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Lower Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Slight engine oil leak

Pass 30 Oct 2018 38,944 miles

Rear Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement linkage (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Slight oil leak

Fail 25 Oct 2018 38,897 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Front tyre valve deteriorated

Rear Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement linkage (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Slight oil leak

Pass 27 Oct 2017 29,388 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2016 28,349 miles

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 2 May 2015 28,097 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2014 26,354 miles
Fail 18 Feb 2014 26,354 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 30 Jul 2012 24,358 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2011 23,366 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2010 23,279 miles

Rear Registration plate background overprinted or shadowed with text (6.3.1e)

Pass 10 Jul 2010 23,279 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2009 23,193 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2007 22,961 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2006 21,953 miles

How Reliable is the Kawasaki ZX7R?

Based on 1,982 MOT tests across 235 vehicles.

78.8%
Pass Rate
804
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
235
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

reflector on motorcycle missing 47
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 42
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 25
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 24
Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside 24
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R387 OGN is a 1998 Kawasaki ZX7R in Red with a 749cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

Across all 1998 Kawasaki ZX7R models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.3% with a typical mileage of 24,356 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Kawasaki ZX7R fails its MOT is reflector on motorcycle missing, accounting for 47 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R387 OGN, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki ZX7R typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 28 years old, this Kawasaki ZX7R is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R387 OGN registered?

R387 OGN is a 1998 Kawasaki ZX7R, first registered on 11 February 1998.

Is R387 OGN safe to buy?

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