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R814 YNG

1998 Kawasaki ZX-7R

Red Petrol 749cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jun 2026
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

32,884 mi
Last recorded32,884 miles
Recorded on26 Jun 2025
Typical for 1998 Kawasaki ZX-7R22,709 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR814 YNG
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-7R
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine749cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Jun 2025 32,884 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2024 32,856 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2023 32,793 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2022 32,719 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2021 32,613 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2020 32,585 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2019 32,529 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2018 32,448 miles

Chain guard missing ()

Pass 2 Jun 2017 32,227 miles

Chain guard missing ()

Pass 2 Jun 2016 32,129 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2015 31,815 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2014 31,423 miles
Pass 4 May 2013 31,165 miles
Pass 16 May 2012 30,387 miles
Pass 17 May 2011 29,860 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

rear flashers could be better positioned

Fail 3 May 2011 29,855 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

indicator position maybe better suited further back

Pass 16 Mar 2010 28,929 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2009 28,134 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 10 Mar 2009 28,134 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2007 23,412 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 12 Aug 2006 19,916 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2006 19,813 miles

Front Front position lamp incorrect colour (1.1.2a)

Front Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Rear Exhaust markings indicating not for road use or similar wording (7.1.4)

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Rear Registration plate characters laid out in an incorrect format (6.3.4f)

rear brake pads low.

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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R814 YNG is a 1998 Kawasaki ZX-7R in Red with a 749cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 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 R814 YNG, 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 R814 YNG registered?

R814 YNG is a 1998 Kawasaki ZX-7R, first registered on 1 January 1998.

Is R814 YNG safe to buy?

The MOT history for R814 YNG shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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