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S893 KGN

1998 Kawasaki ZX-7R

Green Petrol 749cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 May 2027
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

167 mi
Last recorded167 miles
Recorded on23 Apr 2026
Typical for 1998 Kawasaki ZX-7R22,709 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS893 KGN
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-7R
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine749cc
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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 23 Apr 2026 167 miles
Pass 3 May 2025 96,912 miles

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Tyre worn close to the legal limit At 1mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 13 Apr 2023 93,106 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2022 89,800 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2020 83,728 miles
Fail 27 Aug 2020 83,728 miles

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

Registration plate lamp missing in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

REAR AXLE LOCKING DEVICE MISSING

Pass 28 Sep 2019 81,610 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2019 81,610 miles

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

Pass 6 Aug 2018 77,631 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2017 68,228 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 26 Aug 2016 56,390 miles

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

Pass 22 Aug 2015 43,597 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 15 Aug 2014 47,870 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2013 28,046 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2012 25,733 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2012 25,733 miles

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.A1a)

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

Pass 15 Mar 2011 23,988 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

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

Pass 15 Dec 2009 23,618 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Jul 2008 23,263 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2008 23,263 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the steering (2.5.1)

Pass 3 Jul 2007 22,753 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2007 22,753 miles

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

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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S893 KGN is a 1998 Kawasaki ZX-7R in Green with a 749cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

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 S893 KGN, 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 S893 KGN?

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What year was S893 KGN registered?

S893 KGN is a 1998 Kawasaki ZX-7R, first registered on 24 September 1998.

Is S893 KGN safe to buy?

The MOT history for S893 KGN shows 22 tests with a 77.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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