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R48 HTC

1998 Kawasaki ZXR750

Red Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 May 2016
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

28,932 mi
Last recorded28,932 miles
Recorded on1 Jun 2015
Typical for 1998 Kawasaki ZXR75027,744 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR48 HTC
MakeKawasaki
ModelZXR750
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Jun 2015 28,932 miles
Fail 28 May 2015 28,912 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Pass 12 May 2012 28,535 miles
Pass 8 May 2009 25,123 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2009 25,102 miles

Inner Rear Lower Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Lower Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Offside Front Lower Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Pass 24 Feb 2006 24,319 miles

How Reliable is the Kawasaki ZXR750?

Based on 14,736 MOT tests across 2,313 vehicles.

78.4%
Pass Rate
463
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
2,313
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 503
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 294
reflector on motorcycle missing 219
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 217
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 209
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R48 HTC is a 1998 Kawasaki ZXR750 in Red with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1998 Kawasaki ZXR750 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.4% with a typical mileage of 27,744 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 ZXR750 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 503 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R48 HTC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki ZXR750 typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 28 years old, this Kawasaki ZXR750 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was R48 HTC registered?

R48 HTC is a 1998 Kawasaki ZXR750, first registered on 1 May 1998.

Is R48 HTC safe to buy?

The MOT history for R48 HTC shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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