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S89 JST

1998 Kawasaki ZX-7R

Green Petrol 749cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jun 2023
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

15,704 mi
Last recorded15,704 miles
Recorded on9 Jun 2022
Typical for 1998 Kawasaki ZX-7R22,709 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS89 JST
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-7R
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine749cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Jun 2022 15,704 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2022 15,704 miles

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

Pass 8 Mar 2021 15,617 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2013 15,617 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2010 14,199 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2009 13,315 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 9 Aug 2008 12,164 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

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

slight binding from front brake

Fail 31 Jul 2008 12,151 miles

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

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

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

slight binding from front brake

Pass 7 Aug 2007 10,702 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2006 8,624 miles

Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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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S89 JST is a 1998 Kawasaki ZX-7R in Green with a 749cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 S89 JST, 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 S89 JST registered?

S89 JST is a 1998 Kawasaki ZX-7R, first registered on 1 August 1998.

Is S89 JST safe to buy?

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