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R766 FMV

1998 Kawasaki ZX-7R

Green Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jul 2017
Tests16 (9 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate56.3%

Mileage

37,458 mi
Last recorded37,458 miles
Recorded on18 Jul 2017
Typical for 1998 Kawasaki ZX-7R22,709 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR766 FMV
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-7R
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc
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MOT History

9 pass 7 fail
Fail 18 Jul 2017 37,458 miles

Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (1.6.B.1)

Indicator switch insecure (1.5.4)

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

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

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

speedo cable insecure

Pass 30 Jul 2016 36,855 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2016 36,855 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Fail 3 Jul 2015 34,438 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 3 Jul 2015 34,438 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2014 32,973 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 3 Jul 2014 32,973 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Nearside Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 16 Mar 2013 51,827 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2012 51,204 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2012 51,204 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Pass 28 Jul 2011 48,760 miles
Fail 8 Oct 2009 46,318 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 8 Oct 2009 46,318 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2008 42,789 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2008 42,789 miles

Front suspension has excessive stiffness in the suspension movement. (2.3.6b)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 21 Apr 2006 38,642 miles

Headlamp deteriorated but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

number plate broken but secure and readable

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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R766 FMV is a 1998 Kawasaki ZX-7R in Green with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 56.3%.

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 R766 FMV, 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 R766 FMV registered?

R766 FMV is a 1998 Kawasaki ZX-7R, first registered on 24 June 1998.

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