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S97 LRA

1998 Kawasaki ZX-7R

Green Petrol 749cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 May 2024
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

25,770 mi
Last recorded25,770 miles
Recorded on11 May 2023
Typical for 1998 Kawasaki ZX-7R22,709 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS97 LRA
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-7R
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine749cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 May 2023 25,770 miles

Rear Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 22 Apr 2022 23,818 miles

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

Pass 10 Nov 2017 23,780 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2016 22,389 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2014 21,883 miles
Fail 7 Mar 2014 21,883 miles

Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.6)

Offside Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 10 Jun 2011 21,873 miles
Fail 28 May 2011 21,873 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Front Brake lever is damaged but the brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 29 Apr 2010 20,951 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2006 18,906 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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S97 LRA 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 S97 LRA, 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 S97 LRA registered?

S97 LRA is a 1998 Kawasaki ZX-7R, first registered on 8 August 1998.

Is S97 LRA safe to buy?

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