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R931 GBW

1998 Kawasaki ZX-7R

Red Petrol 749cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 May 2017
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

20,804 mi
Last recorded20,804 miles
Recorded on26 Apr 2016
Typical for 1998 Kawasaki ZX-7R22,709 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR931 GBW
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-7R
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine749cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Apr 2016 20,804 miles

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

indicators dont flash properly

Fail 25 Apr 2016 20,804 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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

indicators dont flash properly

Fail 2 May 2015 19,708 miles

Indicator tell tale not functioning (1.5.2)

front tyre

Pass 2 May 2015 19,708 miles

front tyre

Pass 26 Apr 2014 16,948 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2012 15,002 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 7 Sep 2011 13,648 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 11 Sep 2010 11,999 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Fail 28 Aug 2010 11,999 miles

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

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

Rear Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Steering control handlebar movement restricted by trapped cables (2.1.2c)

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

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

Pass 21 Aug 2009 10,998 miles

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

Pass 26 Aug 2008 10,926 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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R931 GBW is a 1998 Kawasaki ZX-7R in Red with a 749cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 R931 GBW, 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 R931 GBW registered?

R931 GBW is a 1998 Kawasaki ZX-7R, first registered on 1 April 1998.

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