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R58 HGX

1998 Kawasaki ZX-7R

Green Petrol 749cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Jun 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

24,208 mi
Last recorded24,208 miles
Recorded on24 Jun 2026
Typical for 1998 Kawasaki ZX-7R22,709 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR58 HGX
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-7R
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine749cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Jun 2026 24,208 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2026 24,194 miles

Nearside Front Brake caliper leaking (1.1.16 (b) (i))

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

Pass 9 Jun 2025 23,650 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2024 22,968 miles
Pass 25 May 2023 22,064 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2022 21,540 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2021 21,272 miles
Pass 26 May 2020 21,002 miles

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

Pass 17 Jan 2019 20,193 miles

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

Fail 17 Jan 2019 20,193 miles

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

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 20 Apr 2017 19,863 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2015 18,936 miles

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

Pass 26 Jul 2014 17,893 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2013 16,652 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 19 Jun 2012 13,754 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 22 Oct 2010 11,195 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2009 9,946 miles
Pass 16 May 2006 9,922 miles

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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R58 HGX is a 1998 Kawasaki ZX-7R in Green with a 749cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 R58 HGX, 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 R58 HGX registered?

R58 HGX is a 1998 Kawasaki ZX-7R, first registered on 20 April 1998.

Is R58 HGX safe to buy?

The MOT history for R58 HGX shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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