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R51 NVO

1998 Kawasaki ZX-7R

Green Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Apr 2016
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

27,105 mi
Last recorded27,105 miles
Recorded on1 Apr 2015
Typical for 1998 Kawasaki ZX-7R22,709 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR51 NVO
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-7R
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Apr 2015 27,105 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2014 26,171 miles

Rear wheel spindle securing nut locking device missing (2.4.A.2b)

Pass 18 Mar 2014 26,171 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2013 25,341 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2012 24,647 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2011 23,811 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2010 23,388 miles

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Pass 1 Apr 2009 21,873 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2008 20,739 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2007 19,708 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2006 17,900 miles

Exhaust markings indicating not for road use or similar wording (7.1.4)

Pass 27 Apr 2006 17,900 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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R51 NVO is a 1998 Kawasaki ZX-7R in Green with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 R51 NVO, 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 R51 NVO?

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What year was R51 NVO registered?

R51 NVO is a 1998 Kawasaki ZX-7R, first registered on 1 May 1998.

Is R51 NVO safe to buy?

The MOT history for R51 NVO shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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