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R626 ERL

1998 Kawasaki ZX-7R

Red Petrol 749cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jul 2016
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

37,205 mi
Last recorded37,205 miles
Recorded on4 Jul 2015
Typical for 1998 Kawasaki ZX-7R22,709 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR626 ERL
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-7R
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine749cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Jul 2015 37,205 miles
Pass 16 May 2014 35,995 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 8 Sep 2012 35,014 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2010 32,763 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2010 32,763 miles

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct width (6.3.4a)

Pass 14 Oct 2008 27,543 miles

Drive Chain Rusty

Indicators Flashin Fast

Pass 22 Sep 2005 25,366 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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R626 ERL is a 1998 Kawasaki ZX-7R in Red with a 749cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 R626 ERL, 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

How do I check the history of R626 ERL?

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What year was R626 ERL registered?

R626 ERL is a 1998 Kawasaki ZX-7R, first registered on 5 February 1998.

Is R626 ERL safe to buy?

The MOT history for R626 ERL shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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