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R581 HOO

1998 Kawasaki ZX-7R

Green Petrol 749cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Sep 2016
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

29,903 mi
Last recorded29,903 miles
Recorded on19 Sep 2015
Typical for 1998 Kawasaki ZX-7R22,709 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR581 HOO
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-7R
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine749cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Sep 2015 29,903 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2014 28,308 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2014 28,285 miles

Steering control handlebar movement restricted by taut cables (2.1.2c)

Throttle has a significant change in engine speed whilst moving the steering from lock to lock (2.1.4)

Rear position lamp damaged but function not impaired (1.1.1b)

number plate light US

Pass 12 Aug 2013 25,303 miles

Front Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Pass 21 Aug 2012 21,963 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2011 18,163 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2010 15,257 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2009 12,874 miles
Pass 17 May 2008 5,411 miles

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

rear number plate small

Pass 19 May 2007 93,201 miles
Pass 27 May 2006 82,428 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(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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R581 HOO is a 1998 Kawasaki ZX-7R in Green with a 749cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 R581 HOO, 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 R581 HOO registered?

R581 HOO is a 1998 Kawasaki ZX-7R, first registered on 3 June 1998.

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The MOT history for R581 HOO shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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