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R853 MOU

1998 Kawasaki ZX-7R

Green Petrol 749cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jul 2007
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

320 mi
Last recorded320 miles
Recorded on4 Aug 2011
Typical for 1998 Kawasaki ZX-7R22,709 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR853 MOU
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-7R
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine749cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Fail 4 Aug 2011 320 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Rear Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 13 Jul 2006 19,187 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 28 May 2005 16,776 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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R853 MOU is a 1998 Kawasaki ZX-7R in Green with a 749cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 R853 MOU, 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

How do I check the history of R853 MOU?

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What year was R853 MOU registered?

R853 MOU is a 1998 Kawasaki ZX-7R, first registered on 17 June 1998.

Is R853 MOU safe to buy?

The MOT history for R853 MOU shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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