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R947 CPW

1998 Kawasaki ZX-7R

Green Petrol 749cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jun 2023
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

29,858 mi
Last recorded29,858 miles
Recorded on25 Jun 2022
Typical for 1998 Kawasaki ZX-7R22,709 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR947 CPW
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-7R
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine749cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Jun 2022 29,858 miles

Nearside Front Handlebar deformed but serviceable (2.2.1 (c) (i))

Registration plate lamp missing in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

standard plate fitted for test

Pass 7 May 2021 29,277 miles

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

Pass 14 Jun 2019 23,606 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2017 23,400 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2012 22,978 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Pass 6 Jul 2011 22,163 miles

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

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 9 Jul 2010 21,177 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 4 Jul 2009 20,511 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2009 20,511 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator deteriorated and function impaired (1.5.3a)

Fail 21 Jun 2008 20,379 miles

Rear Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 21 Jun 2008 20,379 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2007 18,175 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2007 18,175 miles

Rear Registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

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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R947 CPW is a 1998 Kawasaki ZX-7R in Green with a 749cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 R947 CPW, 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 R947 CPW registered?

R947 CPW is a 1998 Kawasaki ZX-7R, first registered on 6 March 1998.

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The MOT history for R947 CPW shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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