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S826 AFB

1998 Kawasaki ZX-7R

Green Petrol 749cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Aug 2026
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

38,232 mi
Last recorded38,232 miles
Recorded on16 Aug 2025
Typical for 1998 Kawasaki ZX-7R22,709 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS826 AFB
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-7R
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine749cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Aug 2025 38,232 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2025 38,232 miles

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

Pass 3 Jun 2024 37,937 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2022 37,736 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2021 37,588 miles
Fail 31 Aug 2021 37,588 miles

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

Pass 8 Aug 2013 36,947 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2012 28,803 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2011 23,358 miles
Pass 10 May 2008 20,723 miles

Nearside Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Fail 10 May 2008 20,722 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

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

Nail in rear tyre

Pass 23 Apr 2007 16,344 miles

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

Pass 18 Mar 2006 15,022 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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S826 AFB is a 1998 Kawasaki ZX-7R in Green with a 749cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 S826 AFB, 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

How do I check the history of S826 AFB?

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What year was S826 AFB registered?

S826 AFB is a 1998 Kawasaki ZX-7R, first registered on 11 August 1998.

Is S826 AFB safe to buy?

The MOT history for S826 AFB shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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