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R430 BMB

1998 Kawasaki ZX-7R

Green Petrol 749cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Feb 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

33,120 mi
Last recorded33,120 miles
Recorded on17 Feb 2026
Typical for 1998 Kawasaki ZX-7R22,709 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR430 BMB
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-7R
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine749cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Feb 2026 33,120 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2024 32,504 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2023 31,062 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2022 31,053 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2020 29,653 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2019 28,873 miles

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 5 Jul 2018 27,867 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2017 26,576 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Nearside Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Offside Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 8 Aug 2015 25,938 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2014 24,607 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 30 Jul 2013 22,709 miles
Fail 31 May 2013 22,679 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicators affected by the operation of another lamp (1.5.1c) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Direction indicators affected by the operation of another lamp (1.5.1c) DANGEROUS

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

small number plate fitted, front brakes slightly binding,

Pass 6 Apr 2011 21,325 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front suspension has slight stiffness in the movement of the suspension. (2.3.6b)

gear select lever working loose

unable to check front brake reservoir level

Pass 16 Mar 2010 20,081 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 21 Mar 2009 17,430 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2008 16,005 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2006 14,185 miles

Centre Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 4 Sep 2006 14,185 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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R430 BMB is a 1998 Kawasaki ZX-7R in Green with a 749cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 R430 BMB, 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.

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What year was R430 BMB registered?

R430 BMB is a 1998 Kawasaki ZX-7R, first registered on 1 March 1998.

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