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R953 CPW

1998 Kawasaki ZX-7R

Red Petrol 749cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jul 2025
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

59,942 mi
Last recorded59,942 miles
Recorded on9 Jul 2024
Typical for 1998 Kawasaki ZX-7R22,709 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR953 CPW
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-7R
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine749cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Jul 2024 59,942 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2024 59,942 miles

Rear Wheel spindle locking device missing (5.2.1 (d))

Pass 29 Jun 2023 59,542 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2022 58,599 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2019 58,598 miles

Chain guard missing ()

Pass 24 Sep 2018 58,561 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2016 57,671 miles

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

Pass 25 Jul 2015 57,177 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.C2d)

Pass 19 Jul 2014 56,516 miles

Exhaust Noisy

Pass 13 Jul 2013 55,650 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2012 52,809 miles

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

Pass 19 Jul 2011 50,881 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2010 46,919 miles

Front Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

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

Pass 10 Jul 2009 41,084 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

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

Fail 9 Jul 2009 41,084 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Nearside Front Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

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

Pass 11 Jul 2008 34,229 miles

Chain guard missing

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

Pass 13 Jul 2007 32,347 miles

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

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

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

front wiring loom needs attention

Fail 13 Jul 2007 32,347 miles

Centre Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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

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

Rear Registration plate with character(s) which are not of equal width along their entire length (6.3.4a)

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

front wiring loom needs attention

Pass 2 May 2006 30,795 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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R953 CPW 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 84.2%.

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 R953 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.

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What year was R953 CPW registered?

R953 CPW is a 1998 Kawasaki ZX-7R, first registered on 13 March 1998.

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The MOT history for R953 CPW shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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