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R491 RCW

1998 Kawasaki Zxr

Green Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Jul 2027
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

24,451 mi
Last recorded24,451 miles
Recorded on30 Jul 2026
Typical for 1998 Kawasaki Zxr28,175 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR491 RCW
MakeKawasaki
ModelZxr
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 30 Jul 2026 24,451 miles

Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Fail 23 Jul 2026 24,451 miles

Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Pass 2 Aug 2016 24,354 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2016 24,354 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 29 Jul 2015 24,178 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Fail 28 Jul 2015 24,178 miles

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

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 31 Jul 2014 24,050 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

f/tyre has uneven wear

Pass 22 Jul 2013 23,822 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 20 Jul 2013 23,822 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 16 Jul 2012 23,688 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 21 Jul 2011 22,991 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front position lamp obscured but not more than 50% (1.1.1d)

Lower Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 24 Jun 2010 22,567 miles

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Rear Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 23 Jun 2009 21,705 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2008 20,508 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2008 20,494 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Registration plate margin less than the minimum requirement (6.3.4g)

Pass 2 Jul 2007 19,438 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2007 19,419 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

Pass 7 Jul 2006 17,319 miles

How Reliable is the Kawasaki Zxr?

Based on 2,772 MOT tests across 326 vehicles.

79.4%
Pass Rate
660
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
326
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 60
reflector on motorcycle missing 51
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 44
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 37
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 32
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R491 RCW is a 1998 Kawasaki Zxr in Green with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1998 Kawasaki Zxr models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.2% with a typical mileage of 28,175 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 Zxr fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 60 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R491 RCW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

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What year was R491 RCW registered?

R491 RCW is a 1998 Kawasaki Zxr, first registered on 15 April 1998.

Is R491 RCW safe to buy?

The MOT history for R491 RCW shows 18 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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