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R531 SAS

1998 Kawasaki ZX7R

Green Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Apr 2016
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

22,317 mi
Last recorded22,317 miles
Recorded on8 Apr 2015
Typical for 1998 Kawasaki ZX7R24,356 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR531 SAS
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX7R
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Apr 2015 22,317 miles

Rear Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Fail 19 Aug 2013 19,046 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

WATER LEAK

Pass 19 Aug 2013 19,046 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

WATER LEAK

Pass 20 Aug 2012 15,661 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2011 14,896 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 17 Aug 2011 14,896 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 10 Aug 2010 14,332 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2009 13,404 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2008 16,487 miles

How Reliable is the Kawasaki ZX7R?

Based on 1,982 MOT tests across 235 vehicles.

78.8%
Pass Rate
804
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
235
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

reflector on motorcycle missing 47
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 42
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 25
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 24
Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside 24
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R531 SAS is a 1998 Kawasaki ZX7R in Green with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 1998 Kawasaki ZX7R models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.3% with a typical mileage of 24,356 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 ZX7R fails its MOT is reflector on motorcycle missing, accounting for 47 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R531 SAS, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki ZX7R typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 28 years old, this Kawasaki ZX7R is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R531 SAS registered?

R531 SAS is a 1998 Kawasaki ZX7R, first registered on 14 April 1998.

Is R531 SAS safe to buy?

The MOT history for R531 SAS shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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