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S42 BSF

1998 Kawasaki ZX-7R

Green Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Apr 2022
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

17,388 mi
Last recorded17,388 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2021
Typical for 1998 Kawasaki ZX-7R22,709 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS42 BSF
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-7R
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Apr 2021 17,388 miles

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

Fail 29 Apr 2021 17,388 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 28 Mar 2011 15,693 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2008 15,466 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 12 Jun 2006 13,177 miles

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

Pass 7 Jun 2005 10,942 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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S42 BSF is a 1998 Kawasaki ZX-7R in Green with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 S42 BSF, 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 S42 BSF?

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What year was S42 BSF registered?

S42 BSF is a 1998 Kawasaki ZX-7R, first registered on 16 September 1998.

Is S42 BSF safe to buy?

The MOT history for S42 BSF shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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