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S903 BTA

1998 Kawasaki ZX-7R

Blue Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 May 2023
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

33,820 mi
Last recorded33,820 miles
Recorded on17 May 2022
Typical for 1998 Kawasaki ZX-7R22,709 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS903 BTA
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-7R
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 May 2022 33,820 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 4 May 2021 33,250 miles

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 4 May 2021 33,250 miles

Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp Does not work with position lamp on (4.3.3 (b))

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Stop lamp light intensity obviously reduced 1 of 2 bulbs not working (4.3.3 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Jul 2013 32,921 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2013 32,921 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

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

Nearside Front Direction indicator insecure (1.5.3b)

Nearside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Offside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 26 May 2007 30,599 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 22 May 2006 25,032 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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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S903 BTA is a 1998 Kawasaki ZX-7R in Blue with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 S903 BTA, 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.

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What year was S903 BTA registered?

S903 BTA is a 1998 Kawasaki ZX-7R, first registered on 7 August 1998.

Is S903 BTA safe to buy?

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