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R47 DWS

1998 Kawasaki ZX-7R

Green Petrol 749cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Sep 2027
Tests20 (20 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

23,914 mi
Last recorded23,914 miles
Recorded on7 Sep 2026
Typical for 1998 Kawasaki ZX-7R22,709 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR47 DWS
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-7R
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine749cc

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MOT History

20 pass
Pass 7 Sep 2026 23,914 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2025 23,714 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2024 23,085 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2023 22,787 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2022 22,651 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2021 21,823 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2020 21,435 miles
Pass 31 May 2019 21,039 miles
Pass 10 May 2018 20,836 miles

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

Pass 23 May 2017 20,426 miles
Pass 9 May 2016 20,054 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2015 18,739 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2014 17,914 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2012 17,682 miles

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

Pass 13 Jul 2011 17,398 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2010 17,030 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2009 16,297 miles

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

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

Pass 21 May 2008 15,290 miles
Pass 21 May 2007 14,424 miles
Pass 19 May 2006 13,804 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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R47 DWS is a 1998 Kawasaki ZX-7R in Green with a 749cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 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 R47 DWS, 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 R47 DWS?

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What year was R47 DWS registered?

R47 DWS is a 1998 Kawasaki ZX-7R, first registered on 19 March 1998.

Is R47 DWS safe to buy?

The MOT history for R47 DWS shows 20 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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