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S208 RHE

1998 Kawasaki ZX-7R

Black Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Apr 2010
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

32,170 mi
Last recorded32,170 miles
Recorded on14 Apr 2009
Typical for 1998 Kawasaki ZX-7R22,709 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS208 RHE
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-7R
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Apr 2009 32,170 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2009 32,125 miles

Nearside Front Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Rear Brake disc(s) excessively scored (3.2.A1l)

Front Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 16 Feb 2008 27,208 miles
Fail 16 Feb 2008 27,208 miles

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

Pass 7 Sep 2006 23,579 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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S208 RHE is a 1998 Kawasaki ZX-7R in Black with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 S208 RHE, 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 S208 RHE?

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What year was S208 RHE registered?

S208 RHE is a 1998 Kawasaki ZX-7R, first registered on 12 August 1998.

Is S208 RHE safe to buy?

The MOT history for S208 RHE shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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