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R598 MTF

1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R

Red Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jul 2017
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

70,311 mi
Last recorded70,311 miles
Recorded on6 Jul 2016
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R23,582 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR598 MTF
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-7R
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 6 Jul 2016 70,311 miles

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

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

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Pass 3 Jul 2015 69,979 miles

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

Pass 4 Jul 2014 69,571 miles

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

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Pass 5 Jul 2013 68,431 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2012 67,761 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2010 66,279 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Oct 2009 64,739 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

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

Pass 4 Oct 2008 63,049 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2007 61,810 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2006 60,509 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2005 58,864 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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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R598 MTF is a 1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R in Red with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 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 R598 MTF, 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.

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What year was R598 MTF registered?

R598 MTF is a 1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R, first registered on 1 August 1997.

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