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BD51 VBU

2002 Kawasaki ZR-7

Red Petrol 738cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Aug 2023
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

11,607 mi
Last recorded11,607 miles
Recorded on9 Aug 2022
Typical for 2002 Kawasaki ZR-717,002 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD51 VBU
MakeKawasaki
ModelZR-7
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine738cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Aug 2022 11,607 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2021 11,602 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2020 11,555 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2019 11,426 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2018 10,227 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2018 10,218 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive Rubbers (6.2.1e)

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

Pass 2 Jun 2016 10,194 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2014 10,104 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Throttle has a significant change in engine speed whilst moving the steering from lock to lock (2.1.4)

Pass 1 Aug 2014 10,104 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 8 Aug 2013 9,970 miles

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 5 Jun 2008 9,864 miles

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

Pass 4 Jun 2007 8,594 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2006 7,276 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2006 7,276 miles

Centre Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Rear Registration plate with character(s) which are not of equal width along their entire length (6.3.4a)

How Reliable is the Kawasaki ZR-7?

Based on 16,195 MOT tests across 1,303 vehicles.

82.9%
Pass Rate
886
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
1,303
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 290
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 210
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 209
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 171
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 110
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BD51 VBU is a 2002 Kawasaki ZR-7 in Red with a 738cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

Across all 2002 Kawasaki ZR-7 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.2% with a typical mileage of 17,002 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 ZR-7 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 290 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BD51 VBU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki ZR-7 typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 24 years old, this Kawasaki ZR-7 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was BD51 VBU registered?

BD51 VBU is a 2002 Kawasaki ZR-7, first registered on 18 January 2002.

Is BD51 VBU safe to buy?

The MOT history for BD51 VBU shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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