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R892 SST

1998 Kawasaki ZX-7R

Green Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Feb 2027
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

36,807 mi
Last recorded36,807 miles
Recorded on26 Feb 2026
Typical for 1998 Kawasaki ZX-7R22,709 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR892 SST
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-7R
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Feb 2026 36,807 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Nearside Front Lower Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Pass 4 Apr 2025 36,165 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2025 36,165 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 27 Mar 2024 34,349 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2023 32,754 miles
Fail 25 Aug 2022 32,592 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Front Stop lamp not working and rear (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 10 Jul 2021 32,107 miles

Offside Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 14 Jul 2020 31,350 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 22 Jun 2019 30,511 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 4 Jul 2018 30,084 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Jun 2017 29,733 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 4 Jul 2016 28,880 miles
Pass 26 May 2015 28,756 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2013 28,197 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2011 28,012 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2010 27,762 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 28 Jul 2010 27,762 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2009 27,120 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2008 26,713 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2007 25,781 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2006 23,055 miles

Offside Rear Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

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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R892 SST is a 1998 Kawasaki ZX-7R in Green with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 R892 SST, 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 R892 SST?

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What year was R892 SST registered?

R892 SST is a 1998 Kawasaki ZX-7R, first registered on 1 June 1998.

Is R892 SST safe to buy?

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