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S878 XAN

1998 Kawasaki ZX-7R

Red Petrol 749cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jun 2024
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

34,380 mi
Last recorded34,380 miles
Recorded on1 Jul 2023
Typical for 1998 Kawasaki ZX-7R22,709 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS878 XAN
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-7R
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine749cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Jul 2023 34,380 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Offside Front Handlebar deformed but serviceable (2.2.1 (c) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 1 Jul 2023 34,380 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Nearside Front Handlebar fouling on the fuel tank or bodywork on full lock (2.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Handlebar deformed but serviceable (2.2.1 (c) (i))

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

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 9 Apr 2022 33,997 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2020 35,589 miles
Pass 21 May 2016 33,330 miles

drive chain slight slack

Pass 9 Aug 2014 31,270 miles

Chain guard is missing.

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

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

Front brake lever travel is slightly excessive.

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

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

Right side handle bar is bent.

Pass 12 Jul 2013 29,410 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2013 29,410 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

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

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Pass 4 May 2012 27,848 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2011 27,159 miles

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Steering control has reduced clearance at full lock not affecting the riders grasp of handlebars (2.1.2b)

Pass 14 Apr 2010 25,642 miles

right hand handle bar slightly bent

Pass 28 Apr 2009 24,023 miles

right hand handle bar slightly bent

Pass 9 Apr 2008 21,289 miles

fork dust seals starting to perish

Pass 28 Apr 2007 19,114 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2006 18,055 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2005 15,517 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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S878 XAN is a 1998 Kawasaki ZX-7R in Red with a 749cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 S878 XAN, 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 S878 XAN registered?

S878 XAN is a 1998 Kawasaki ZX-7R, first registered on 12 November 1998.

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