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S642 KFJ

1998 Kawasaki ZX7R

Black Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Sep 2009
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

27,086 mi
Last recorded27,086 miles
Recorded on2 Sep 2008
Typical for 1998 Kawasaki ZX7R24,356 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS642 KFJ
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX7R
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc
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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Sep 2008 27,086 miles

dip beam head lamp has been taped to give straight beam pattern

Pass 19 Apr 2007 26,886 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

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

Fail 18 Apr 2007 26,886 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

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

Pass 9 Aug 2005 24,154 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2005 24,154 miles

Front Headlamp aim beam image kick-up is to the offside (1.6.1)

Rear Registration plate delaminated (6.3.1.d)

How Reliable is the Kawasaki ZX7R?

Based on 1,982 MOT tests across 235 vehicles.

78.8%
Pass Rate
804
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
235
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

reflector on motorcycle missing 47
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 42
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 25
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 24
Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside 24
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S642 KFJ is a 1998 Kawasaki ZX7R in Black with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1998 Kawasaki ZX7R models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.3% with a typical mileage of 24,356 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 ZX7R fails its MOT is reflector on motorcycle missing, accounting for 47 recorded failures. If you're considering buying S642 KFJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki ZX7R typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 28 years old, this Kawasaki ZX7R is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was S642 KFJ registered?

S642 KFJ is a 1998 Kawasaki ZX7R, first registered on 1 August 1998.

Is S642 KFJ safe to buy?

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