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R807 YOA

1998 Kawasaki ZX-7R

Black Petrol 749cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jul 2026
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

23,531 mi
Last recorded23,531 miles
Recorded on14 Jul 2025
Typical for 1998 Kawasaki ZX-7R22,709 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR807 YOA
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-7R
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine749cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Jul 2025 23,531 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2024 23,472 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 8 Jun 2023 23,373 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 6 Jun 2023 23,373 miles

Registration plate lamp missing in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 22 Mar 2022 23,192 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured both (4.4.3 (a))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit on minimum limit (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 25 Feb 2021 22,959 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Mar 2020 22,701 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2019 22,539 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 9 Mar 2018 22,069 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2017 21,868 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Lower Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 15 Mar 2016 21,372 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 15 Aug 2013 21,038 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Aug 2013 21,038 miles

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

Pass 2 Jul 2012 19,272 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2011 17,616 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2010 15,299 miles
Pass 12 May 2008 15,120 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2007 14,779 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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R807 YOA is a 1998 Kawasaki ZX-7R in Black with a 749cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 R807 YOA, 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 R807 YOA registered?

R807 YOA is a 1998 Kawasaki ZX-7R, first registered on 22 January 1998.

Is R807 YOA safe to buy?

The MOT history for R807 YOA shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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