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S431 PAG

1998 Kawasaki ZX-7R

Black Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Oct 2026
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

43,073 mi
Last recorded43,073 miles
Recorded on17 Oct 2025
Typical for 1998 Kawasaki ZX-7R22,709 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS431 PAG
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-7R
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 Oct 2025 43,073 miles

Front Clutch lever bent (6.2.7 (b))

Fail 14 Oct 2025 43,601 miles

Nearside Front Handlebar excessively deformed (2.2.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Steering operation fouling on the fuel tank or bodywork on full lock (2.1.4 (b))

Front Clutch lever bent (6.2.7 (b))

Rear Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 10 Feb 2023 43,050 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2022 41,923 miles
Fail 8 Jan 2022 41,923 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Nearside Front Direction indicator lens defective such that the emitted light is adversely affected No lens fitted. (4.4.1 (b) (ii))

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Registration plate insecure (0.1 (a))

Exhaust silencer insecure Exhaust rear mount loose (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Pass 17 Sep 2020 41,565 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2020 41,565 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Pass 8 Sep 2019 39,928 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 23 Jul 2018 37,533 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2017 33,779 miles
Pass 27 May 2016 26,783 miles
Pass 27 May 2015 25,997 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

slight coolant leak

Pass 3 Jun 2014 24,968 miles
Pass 18 May 2013 24,565 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2011 23,753 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2009 23,225 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2007 22,483 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2006 21,482 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2006 21,482 miles

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

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

Rear Locking devices not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

Pass 22 Jul 2005 20,732 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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S431 PAG is a 1998 Kawasaki ZX-7R in Black with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 S431 PAG, 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.

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What year was S431 PAG registered?

S431 PAG is a 1998 Kawasaki ZX-7R, first registered on 31 December 1998.

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