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S517 MOH

1998 Kawasaki ZX-7R

Green Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 May 2027
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

34,440 mi
Last recorded34,440 miles
Recorded on16 Apr 2026
Typical for 1998 Kawasaki ZX-7R22,709 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS517 MOH
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-7R
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Apr 2026 34,440 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 12 May 2025 34,193 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2023 34,009 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2023 34,009 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls Switch not connected (4.3.2 (a) (iii))

Pass 25 Apr 2022 33,703 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2022 33,703 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 14 May 2019 33,640 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

Pass 19 May 2017 33,152 miles

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

Pass 22 Mar 2016 32,421 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2016 32,411 miles

Front Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Front Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Nearside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 9 Aug 2014 31,044 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2013 28,915 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2012 26,028 miles

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

Pass 11 Jul 2011 22,976 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2010 20,871 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

Pass 25 Jul 2009 20,373 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2008 19,639 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2008 19,635 miles

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

Pass 30 Mar 2007 19,497 miles

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 5 Apr 2006 18,014 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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S517 MOH is a 1998 Kawasaki ZX-7R in Green 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 S517 MOH, 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 S517 MOH registered?

S517 MOH is a 1998 Kawasaki ZX-7R, first registered on 3 August 1998.

Is S517 MOH safe to buy?

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