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S597 JNL

1998 Kawasaki ZX-7R

Green Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Sep 2016
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

32,076 mi
Last recorded32,076 miles
Recorded on12 Sep 2015
Typical for 1998 Kawasaki ZX-7R22,709 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS597 JNL
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-7R
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Sep 2015 32,076 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2014 31,347 miles

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

Pass 23 Jun 2014 31,347 miles
Pass 21 May 2013 30,009 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2012 29,650 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2011 25,522 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2010 22,747 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2010 22,747 miles

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 25 Mar 2009 22,020 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2008 20,841 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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S597 JNL is a 1998 Kawasaki ZX-7R in Green with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 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 S597 JNL, 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 S597 JNL registered?

S597 JNL is a 1998 Kawasaki ZX-7R, first registered on 4 August 1998.

Is S597 JNL safe to buy?

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