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R421 XWG

1998 Kawasaki ZX-7R

Green Petrol 749cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Nov 2026
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

18,334 mi
Last recorded18,334 miles
Recorded on26 Nov 2025
Typical for 1998 Kawasaki ZX-7R22,709 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR421 XWG
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-7R
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine749cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Nov 2025 18,334 miles
Fail 26 Nov 2025 18,334 miles

Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 28 Jun 2024 18,136 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2023 17,919 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2021 17,476 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2020 16,540 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 11 Oct 2018 15,833 miles

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

Fail 3 Oct 2018 15,833 miles

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

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

Pass 23 May 2015 15,492 miles

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

Fail 23 May 2015 15,492 miles

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

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Pass 6 Sep 2013 13,817 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2012 11,427 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2011 11,389 miles

front brakes starting to drag

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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R421 XWG is a 1998 Kawasaki ZX-7R in Green with a 749cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 R421 XWG, 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

How do I check the history of R421 XWG?

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What year was R421 XWG registered?

R421 XWG is a 1998 Kawasaki ZX-7R, first registered on 6 February 1998.

Is R421 XWG safe to buy?

The MOT history for R421 XWG shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does R421 XWG have outstanding finance?

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