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R474 DNG

1998 Kawasaki ZX-7R

Green Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Apr 2027
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

26,684 mi
Last recorded26,684 miles
Recorded on2 Apr 2026
Typical for 1998 Kawasaki ZX-7R22,709 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR474 DNG
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-7R
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Apr 2026 26,684 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2025 26,240 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2021 25,972 miles

Rear Age cracks to rear tyre

Pass 18 Nov 2019 25,961 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 30 Jun 2016 25,386 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2013 25,142 miles

Front Brake disc(s) is slightly distorted (3.2.A1m)

Rear Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 26 Feb 2013 25,142 miles

Brake pedal cannot be released smoothly (3.1.3d)

Front Brake disc(s) is slightly distorted (3.2.A1m)

Rear Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 16 Sep 2011 24,524 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2010 22,835 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2009 21,096 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2008 210,936 miles

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

Fail 18 Jul 2008 21,093 miles

Front Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Rear Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Pass 7 Sep 2006 19,328 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2006 19,324 miles

Front Brake disc(s) friction surface contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Front Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Front Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e) DANGEROUS

brake hoses fitted with aluminium fittings [danger of corroding and cracking]

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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R474 DNG is a 1998 Kawasaki ZX-7R in Green with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 R474 DNG, 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 R474 DNG?

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What year was R474 DNG registered?

R474 DNG is a 1998 Kawasaki ZX-7R, first registered on 18 April 1998.

Is R474 DNG safe to buy?

The MOT history for R474 DNG shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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