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R558 SCH

1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R

Green Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Apr 2027
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

22,203 mi
Last recorded22,203 miles
Recorded on30 Apr 2026
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R23,582 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR558 SCH
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-7R
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Apr 2026 22,203 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2026 22,177 miles

Steering operation restricted in free movement from lock to lock Hitting instrument cluster (2.1.4 (c))

Pass 9 Jul 2022 21,755 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Pass 7 Jun 2021 21,526 miles

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

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 28 May 2021 21,513 miles

Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right European head lamp fitted needs a mask (4.1.2 (a))

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements wrong font letters to small (0.1 (d))

Registration plate lamp missing in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

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

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 18 Jun 2011 20,701 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2010 18,674 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

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

Pass 12 Jun 2010 18,674 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Pass 20 Jun 2009 18,227 miles
Pass 17 May 2008 17,546 miles

No lights fitted at time of test

Pass 28 Apr 2007 17,148 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2007 17,106 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

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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R558 SCH is a 1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R in Green with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.7% with a typical mileage of 23,582 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 R558 SCH, 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 29 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 R558 SCH registered?

R558 SCH is a 1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R, first registered on 1 August 1997.

Is R558 SCH safe to buy?

The MOT history for R558 SCH shows 12 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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