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R489 DNG

1998 Kawasaki ZX-7R

Red Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Jun 2027
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

11,197 mi
Last recorded11,197 miles
Recorded on13 Jun 2026
Typical for 1998 Kawasaki ZX-7R22,709 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR489 DNG
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-7R
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Jun 2026 11,197 miles
Pass 20 May 2025 11,185 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2023 11,177 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2022 11,084 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2022 11,071 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 8 Aug 2020 11,064 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2019 10,993 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2017 10,948 miles

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 27 Jun 2015 10,878 miles

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 5 Mar 2013 10,739 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2010 10,556 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2009 10,547 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 31 Jul 2008 10,462 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2007 10,397 miles

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

Fail 19 May 2006 9,327 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 19 May 2006 9,327 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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R489 DNG is a 1998 Kawasaki ZX-7R in Red with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 R489 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

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What year was R489 DNG registered?

R489 DNG is a 1998 Kawasaki ZX-7R, first registered on 1 May 1998.

Is R489 DNG safe to buy?

The MOT history for R489 DNG shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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