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S957 CVV

1998 Kawasaki ZX-7R

Green Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Feb 2012
Tests9 (5 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

45,848 mi
Last recorded45,848 miles
Recorded on3 Feb 2011
Typical for 1998 Kawasaki ZX-7R22,709 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS957 CVV
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-7R
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

5 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Feb 2011 45,848 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2010 41,626 miles
Fail 6 Feb 2010 41,626 miles

Offside Steering control has Insufficient clearance at full lock affecting the riders grasp of handlebars (2.1.2b)

Pass 8 Sep 2008 29,533 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2008 29,533 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

Pass 12 Sep 2007 20,520 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2007 20,520 miles

Registration plate character(s) not correctly formed (6.3.4b)

Lower Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

Fail 10 Sep 2007 20,496 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear Footrest missing (6.2.1a)

Rear suspension bearing has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 9 Sep 2006 17,969 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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S957 CVV is a 1998 Kawasaki ZX-7R in Green with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

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 S957 CVV, 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 S957 CVV?

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What year was S957 CVV registered?

S957 CVV is a 1998 Kawasaki ZX-7R, first registered on 1 September 1998.

Is S957 CVV safe to buy?

The MOT history for S957 CVV shows 9 tests with a 55.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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