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R76 SFJ

1998 Kawasaki ZX-7R

Green Petrol 749cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Sep 2021
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

30,057 mi
Last recorded30,057 miles
Recorded on2 Sep 2020
Typical for 1998 Kawasaki ZX-7R22,709 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR76 SFJ
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-7R
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine749cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Sep 2020 30,057 miles

Front brake slightly tight

Rear Lower Suspension ball joint worn, but not excessively (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Slight knock noted from front suspension area

Pass 2 Oct 2018 28,674 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 25 Sep 2017 26,825 miles

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

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 3 Feb 2010 25,847 miles

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

Pass 22 Jan 2009 24,830 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2007 23,464 miles
Fail 8 Nov 2007 23,464 miles

Registration plate character(s) sloping (6.3.4b)

Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Pass 6 Dec 2006 8,069 miles
Fail 25 Nov 2006 8,069 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 19 Nov 2005 6,374 miles
Fail 19 Nov 2005 6,374 miles

Centre Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Centre Rear Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

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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R76 SFJ is a 1998 Kawasaki ZX-7R in Green with a 749cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 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 R76 SFJ, 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 R76 SFJ registered?

R76 SFJ is a 1998 Kawasaki ZX-7R, first registered on 21 February 1998.

Is R76 SFJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for R76 SFJ shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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