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R758 RBV

1998 Kawasaki ZX-7R

Green Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 May 2027
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

32,296 mi
Last recorded32,296 miles
Recorded on12 May 2026
Typical for 1998 Kawasaki ZX-7R22,709 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR758 RBV
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-7R
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 May 2026 32,296 miles

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

Pass 1 May 2025 31,949 miles

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

Fail 1 May 2025 31,949 miles

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

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

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

Pass 8 Jun 2020 31,402 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 27 Sep 2018 31,285 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2018 31,281 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 23 Aug 2017 31,274 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 19 Jul 2017 31,268 miles

Headlamp dipped beam affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.2c)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 20 Jul 2016 30,996 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

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

a slight water leak from the cooling system

Fail 30 Apr 2013 30,896 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Front Roller brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.A1a)

Pass 5 Apr 2011 30,062 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2010 26,272 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2009 20,692 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2006 18,182 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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R758 RBV is a 1998 Kawasaki ZX-7R in Green with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 R758 RBV, 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 R758 RBV registered?

R758 RBV is a 1998 Kawasaki ZX-7R, first registered on 1 February 1998.

Is R758 RBV safe to buy?

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