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S842 RLH

1998 Kawasaki ZX-7R

Green Petrol 749cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Jul 2027
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

54,278 mi
Last recorded54,278 miles
Recorded on4 Jul 2026
Typical for 1998 Kawasaki ZX-7R22,709 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS842 RLH
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-7R
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine749cc

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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 4 Jul 2026 54,278 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2025 52,889 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2024 51,980 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2023 51,889 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2023 51,889 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 25 Jul 2022 51,383 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2021 49,624 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2017 49,620 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2016 47,792 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Fail 1 Mar 2016 47,792 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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

Offside Brake component worn and seriously reduced in strength excessive movement of brake pad (3.2.A1)

Offside Front Footrest insecure circlip not in contact with footrest securing pin (6.2.1a)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 16 Feb 2015 44,888 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2014 37,625 miles
Fail 24 Jan 2014 37,625 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 1 Feb 2013 35,953 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 2 Feb 2012 35,105 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2011 33,146 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2010 32,725 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2009 32,114 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Apr 2008 31,831 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2008 31,831 miles

Rear Footrest missing (6.2.1a)

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 6 Apr 2007 29,710 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2007 29,691 miles

Rear Brake pipe inadequately supported (3.2.B2b)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 10 Apr 2006 28,368 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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S842 RLH is a 1998 Kawasaki ZX-7R in Green with a 749cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

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 S842 RLH, 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 S842 RLH?

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What year was S842 RLH registered?

S842 RLH is a 1998 Kawasaki ZX-7R, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is S842 RLH safe to buy?

The MOT history for S842 RLH shows 23 tests with a 78.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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