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S618 RNG

1998 Kawasaki ZX-7R

Green Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jul 2026
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

62,350 mi
Last recorded62,350 miles
Recorded on19 Jul 2025
Typical for 1998 Kawasaki ZX-7R22,709 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS618 RNG
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-7R
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Jul 2025 62,350 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2024 61,267 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2024 61,267 miles

Rear Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 31 May 2013 60,490 miles
Fail 16 May 2013 60,490 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Dipswitch does not deflect the main beam/s, making them into dipped beam/s (1.2.2b(ii))

Dipswitch does not extinquish main beam/s, leaving at least 1 dipped beam headlamp (1.2.2b(i))

Front Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Headlamp dipped beam affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.2c)

Headlamp main beam affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.2c)

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Rear Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Offside Front Brake disc(s) friction surface contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Brake pad(s) contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k) DANGEROUS

Pass 9 Aug 2011 60,229 miles

Headlamp aim headlamp deteriorated but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

Pass 17 Jul 2010 59,438 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2008 56,942 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2007 50,662 miles

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 14 Apr 2007 50,662 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2006 42,564 miles

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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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S618 RNG is a 1998 Kawasaki ZX-7R in Green with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 S618 RNG, 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 S618 RNG registered?

S618 RNG is a 1998 Kawasaki ZX-7R, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is S618 RNG safe to buy?

The MOT history for S618 RNG shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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