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R828 AON

1998 Kawasaki ZX-7R

Black Petrol 749cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jul 2017
Tests12 (7 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate58.3%

Mileage

38,279 mi
Last recorded38,279 miles
Recorded on7 Jul 2016
Typical for 1998 Kawasaki ZX-7R22,709 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR828 AON
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-7R
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine749cc

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MOT History

7 pass 5 fail
Pass 7 Jul 2016 38,279 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Fail 4 Jul 2016 38,279 miles

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 20 Jun 2015 36,566 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Fail 6 Jun 2015 36,554 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.6)

Offside Front Motorcycle structure insecure and likely to affect the correct functioning of the steering or braking (6.1.1c)

Fail 27 Aug 2013 34,417 miles

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

advise condition of twist grip

engine mis-firing slightly

nearside beam image sllightly deminished, recommend check

Pass 27 Aug 2013 34,417 miles

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

advise condition of twist grip

engine mis-firing slightly

nearside beam image sllightly deminished, recommend check

Pass 6 Sep 2012 34,403 miles

Front Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

nearside beam image slightly deminished

number plate light not working

radiator showing signs of slight deterioration

Fail 6 Sep 2012 34,403 miles

Front Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

nearside beam image slightly deminished

number plate light not working

radiator showing signs of slight deterioration

Pass 3 Apr 2008 32,461 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2007 32,364 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2006 31,083 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2006 31,069 miles

Front Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Headlamp main beam affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.2c)

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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R828 AON is a 1998 Kawasaki ZX-7R in Black with a 749cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.3%.

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 R828 AON, 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 R828 AON registered?

R828 AON is a 1998 Kawasaki ZX-7R, first registered on 30 April 1998.

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