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S400 LAR

1998 Kawasaki ZX-7R

Green Petrol 749cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 May 2016
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

44,770 mi
Last recorded44,770 miles
Recorded on21 May 2015
Typical for 1998 Kawasaki ZX-7R22,709 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS400 LAR
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-7R
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine749cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 May 2015 44,770 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2013 44,252 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2012 43,061 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 3 Aug 2012 43,061 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2011 41,862 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2010 39,552 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2010 39,552 miles

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

Fail 23 Jun 2009 36,644 miles

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

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

rear lamp one brake lamp bulb not working

rear position lamp one bulb not working

roller brake test indicates a slightly binding front brake

Pass 23 Jun 2009 36,644 miles

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

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

rear lamp one brake lamp bulb not working

rear position lamp one bulb not working

roller brake test indicates a slightly binding front brake

Pass 16 May 2008 33,929 miles
Pass 16 May 2007 31,390 miles

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

Fail 16 May 2007 31,390 miles

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

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 14 Apr 2006 30,434 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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S400 LAR 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 69.2%.

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 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 S400 LAR, 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 S400 LAR registered?

S400 LAR is a 1998 Kawasaki ZX-7R, first registered on 10 December 1998.

Is S400 LAR safe to buy?

The MOT history for S400 LAR shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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