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R98 LHT

1998 Kawasaki ZX-7R

Red Petrol 749cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Mar 2025
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

24,977 mi
Last recorded24,977 miles
Recorded on16 Mar 2024
Typical for 1998 Kawasaki ZX-7R22,709 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR98 LHT
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-7R
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine749cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Mar 2024 24,977 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2023 24,825 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2021 24,647 miles

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

Pass 17 Oct 2020 24,287 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2020 24,273 miles

Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 16 Apr 2019 23,774 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2018 22,984 miles

Headlamp deteriorated but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

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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R98 LHT is a 1998 Kawasaki ZX-7R in Red with a 749cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 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 R98 LHT, 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 R98 LHT?

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What year was R98 LHT registered?

R98 LHT is a 1998 Kawasaki ZX-7R, first registered on 25 June 1998.

Is R98 LHT safe to buy?

The MOT history for R98 LHT shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does R98 LHT have outstanding finance?

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