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R955 MSA

1998 Kawasaki ZX-7R

Green Petrol 749cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Oct 2013
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

34,800 mi
Last recorded34,800 miles
Recorded on29 Oct 2012
Typical for 1998 Kawasaki ZX-7R22,709 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR955 MSA
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-7R
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine749cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Oct 2012 34,800 miles

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

Pass 27 Sep 2010 24,779 miles

Rear Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 5 Aug 2009 34,382 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2008 32,616 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2008 32,498 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

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

Pass 13 Jun 2007 30,556 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2006 26,820 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2006 26,820 miles

Rear Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

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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R955 MSA is a 1998 Kawasaki ZX-7R in Green with a 749cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 R955 MSA, 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 R955 MSA registered?

R955 MSA is a 1998 Kawasaki ZX-7R, first registered on 7 January 1998.

Is R955 MSA safe to buy?

The MOT history for R955 MSA shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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