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R817 AOK

1998 Kawasaki ZX-7R

Black Petrol 749cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 May 2026
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

35,202 mi
Last recorded35,202 miles
Recorded on30 Apr 2025
Typical for 1998 Kawasaki ZX-7R22,709 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR817 AOK
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-7R
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine749cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Apr 2025 35,202 miles

Front Lower Both front flexi brake hoses no reserve travel

Pass 14 May 2024 34,397 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2023 34,386 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2022 34,032 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2022 34,030 miles

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Apr 2021 33,354 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2020 33,041 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2019 32,326 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear brake pads overhanging edge of disc slightly

Throttle is applied slightly on right lock of the steering

Pass 13 Apr 2018 29,739 miles

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

rear disc slightly corroded

Pass 12 Apr 2017 29,119 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2016 28,407 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2015 27,678 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2014 26,813 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2013 24,932 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2012 24,494 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2011 23,630 miles
Fail 11 Feb 2011 23,630 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Jun 2009 23,389 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2008 23,053 miles
Fail 30 May 2008 23,037 miles

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

Pass 2 May 2007 21,914 miles
Pass 4 May 2006 20,452 miles

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

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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R817 AOK is a 1998 Kawasaki ZX-7R in Black 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 R817 AOK, 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 R817 AOK registered?

R817 AOK is a 1998 Kawasaki ZX-7R, first registered on 3 March 1998.

Is R817 AOK safe to buy?

The MOT history for R817 AOK 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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