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R417 VYD

1998 Kawasaki ZX-7R

Blue Petrol 749cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Aug 2016
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

33,303 mi
Last recorded33,303 miles
Recorded on19 Aug 2015
Typical for 1998 Kawasaki ZX-7R22,709 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR417 VYD
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-7R
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine749cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Aug 2015 33,303 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 19 Aug 2015 33,303 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 19 Aug 2015 33,303 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2015 33,303 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 24 Jun 2014 31,331 miles

Front suspension stiff

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.5.1b)

Pass 25 Jun 2013 30,534 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

The right handlebar is slightley bent. The front brakes are starting to bind and should be serviced.

Fail 24 Jun 2013 30,534 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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

The right handlebar is slightley bent. The front brakes are starting to bind and should be serviced.

Pass 19 Jun 2012 29,523 miles

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

Fail 19 Jun 2012 29,523 miles

Front Direction indicator affected by the operation of another lamp (1.5.1c)

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

Pass 6 May 2011 27,950 miles

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

right hand rear indicator intermmitent.

Pass 29 Apr 2010 24,605 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2008 24,139 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2007 23,041 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2006 22,329 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2005 16,860 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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R417 VYD is a 1998 Kawasaki ZX-7R in Blue with a 749cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 R417 VYD, 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 R417 VYD registered?

R417 VYD is a 1998 Kawasaki ZX-7R, first registered on 17 February 1998.

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