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R58 NVO

1998 Kawasaki ZX-7R

Green Petrol 749cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Nov 2026
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

26,916 mi
Last recorded26,916 miles
Recorded on15 Oct 2025
Typical for 1998 Kawasaki ZX-7R22,709 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Oct 2025 26,916 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2024 26,879 miles

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

Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 20 Oct 2023 26,871 miles

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

Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 4 Nov 2022 26,663 miles

Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 16 Sep 2021 26,492 miles

Slight play in rear shock absorber linkage

Pass 6 Sep 2019 26,261 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 25 May 2018 26,119 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 27 Apr 2017 25,894 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Front brake binding slightly

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

Pass 17 May 2016 25,366 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

Number plate illumination light missing

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

Pass 30 Apr 2015 24,725 miles

Front brake discs warped

Pass 31 Jan 2014 23,281 miles

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

Fail 12 Feb 2013 21,612 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 12 Feb 2013 21,612 miles

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

Pass 21 Feb 2012 19,926 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2011 18,511 miles
Fail 12 Feb 2011 18,464 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

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

Pass 26 Feb 2010 16,717 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2008 15,123 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2007 15,014 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2005 13,381 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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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R58 NVO is a 1998 Kawasaki ZX-7R in Green with a 749cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 NVO, 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 R58 NVO registered?

R58 NVO is a 1998 Kawasaki ZX-7R, first registered on 1 May 1998.

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