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R874 AON

1998 Kawasaki ZX-7R

Red Petrol 749cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Jul 2027
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

19,735 mi
Last recorded19,735 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2026
Typical for 1998 Kawasaki ZX-7R22,709 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR874 AON
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-7R
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine749cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Jul 2026 19,735 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 12 Jun 2025 19,605 miles
Pass 28 May 2024 19,410 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2023 19,209 miles

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

Pass 10 Jun 2022 18,838 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2021 18,467 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 19 May 2020 17,105 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2019 16,024 miles

Front Direction indicator insecure (4.4.1 (c) (i))

Pass 5 Jun 2018 15,298 miles
Pass 30 May 2017 14,962 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2016 14,451 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2015 14,303 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2012 14,153 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2012 14,138 miles

Rear Exhaust mounting does not fully support the exhaust system (7.1.1.c)

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

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

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

Pass 21 Aug 2010 13,781 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

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

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

small amount of play in gear lever pivot

Pass 27 Aug 2009 13,759 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Aug 2008 13,579 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2007 13,522 miles

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

Pass 23 Jun 2006 12,851 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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R874 AON is a 1998 Kawasaki ZX-7R in Red with a 749cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 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 R874 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 R874 AON registered?

R874 AON is a 1998 Kawasaki ZX-7R, first registered on 1 May 1998.

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The MOT history for R874 AON shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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