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S71 TEV

1998 Kawasaki ZX-7R

Green Petrol 749cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Apr 2017
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

49,325 mi
Last recorded49,325 miles
Recorded on5 Apr 2016
Typical for 1998 Kawasaki ZX-7R22,709 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS71 TEV
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-7R
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine749cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 5 Apr 2016 49,325 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2016 49,310 miles

Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Fail 10 Apr 2015 48,621 miles

Centre Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 10 Apr 2015 48,621 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2014 47,516 miles

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

Rear number plate/undertray holder loose but secure

Steering control chaffing between components and not interfering with free movement of steering (2.1.2a)

Fail 1 Apr 2014 42,516 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

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

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

Rear number plate/undertray holder loose but secure

Steering control chaffing between components and not interfering with free movement of steering (2.1.2a)

Pass 26 Mar 2013 46,072 miles

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

Fail 7 Apr 2011 45,759 miles

Centre Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 7 Apr 2011 45,759 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2009 45,142 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2008 42,987 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 4 Oct 2007 38,582 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2007 38,550 miles

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

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

Rear suspension bearing has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 5 Oct 2006 34,552 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2005 33,544 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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S71 TEV is a 1998 Kawasaki ZX-7R in Green with a 749cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 S71 TEV, 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 S71 TEV registered?

S71 TEV is a 1998 Kawasaki ZX-7R, first registered on 22 September 1998.

Is S71 TEV safe to buy?

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