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R578 MVO

1998 Kawasaki ZX-7R

Red Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Feb 2022
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

21,545 mi
Last recorded21,545 miles
Recorded on27 Feb 2021
Typical for 1998 Kawasaki ZX-7R22,709 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR578 MVO
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-7R
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Feb 2021 21,545 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2019 20,967 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2018 18,421 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 30 Aug 2018 18,421 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 21 Aug 2017 15,731 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2017 15,731 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 3 Sep 2016 14,406 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 1 Jul 2015 14,152 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2014 13,813 miles

Left hand grip loose

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 29 Apr 2013 13,432 miles

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

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 5 Oct 2011 12,711 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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

Pass 12 Aug 2010 11,747 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2010 11,732 miles

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Pass 14 Jul 2009 10,340 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2008 10,014 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2007 9,575 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

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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R578 MVO is a 1998 Kawasaki ZX-7R in Red with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 R578 MVO, 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.

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What year was R578 MVO registered?

R578 MVO is a 1998 Kawasaki ZX-7R, first registered on 29 May 1998.

Is R578 MVO safe to buy?

The MOT history for R578 MVO shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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