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R43 NFW

1998 Kawasaki ZX-7R

Black Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 May 2021
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

20,389 mi
Last recorded20,389 miles
Recorded on20 May 2020
Typical for 1998 Kawasaki ZX-7R22,709 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR43 NFW
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-7R
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 20 May 2020 20,389 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 14 Sep 2017 20,380 miles

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

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Pass 20 Aug 2016 20,361 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2015 20,289 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2014 20,140 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2013 19,960 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Pass 28 Aug 2012 19,633 miles

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

Pass 12 Mar 2011 18,303 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2010 16,553 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2009 15,886 miles

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

Pass 26 Feb 2008 14,812 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2007 12,257 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2005 12,051 miles

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

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

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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R43 NFW is a 1998 Kawasaki ZX-7R in Black with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 R43 NFW, 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 R43 NFW registered?

R43 NFW is a 1998 Kawasaki ZX-7R, first registered on 5 June 1998.

Is R43 NFW safe to buy?

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