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R545 URH

1998 Kawasaki ZX-7R

Purple Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jul 2026
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

33,745 mi
Last recorded33,745 miles
Recorded on21 Jul 2025
Typical for 1998 Kawasaki ZX-7R22,709 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR545 URH
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-7R
Year1998
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Jul 2025 33,745 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 15 May 2024 33,719 miles
Fail 15 May 2024 33,719 miles

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 9 Mar 2022 33,706 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 9 Mar 2022 33,706 miles

Rear Stop lamp not working rear brake (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 29 May 2021 32,839 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 13 Jun 2020 32,524 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2013 30,772 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2012 28,828 miles

Front flasher lamps could be brighter

Registration plate deteriorating

Fail 20 Apr 2012 28,813 miles

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)

Rear position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.3b)

Registration plate font not substantially similar to the prescribed font (6.3.4d)

Stop lamp affected by the operation of another lamp (1.3.2)

Pass 20 Apr 2011 27,433 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2009 26,649 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2008 23,284 miles

Nail in rear tyre

Fail 26 Apr 2008 23,284 miles

Nail in rear tyre

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

Pass 12 Apr 2007 42,014 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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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R545 URH is a 1998 Kawasaki ZX-7R in Purple with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 R545 URH, 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 R545 URH registered?

R545 URH is a 1998 Kawasaki ZX-7R, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is R545 URH safe to buy?

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