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R557 TSN

1998 Kawasaki ZX-7R

Green Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Sep 2027
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

13,828 mi
Last recorded13,828 miles
Recorded on10 Sep 2026
Typical for 1998 Kawasaki ZX-7R22,709 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR557 TSN
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-7R
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Sep 2026 13,828 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2025 13,740 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2021 13,681 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2017 13,667 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 13 Sep 2012 13,647 miles

Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Pass 13 Sep 2012 13,647 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2010 13,465 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2009 12,270 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2008 11,249 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2006 10,864 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2005 10,592 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Fail 23 Jun 2005 10,592 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.2)

Rear Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

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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R557 TSN 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 R557 TSN, 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 R557 TSN registered?

R557 TSN is a 1998 Kawasaki ZX-7R, first registered on 19 June 1998.

Is R557 TSN safe to buy?

The MOT history for R557 TSN 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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