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BU51 FHS

2001 Kawasaki ZR-7S

Blue Petrol 738cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jun 2027
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

23,717 mi
Last recorded23,717 miles
Recorded on1 Jul 2026
Typical for 2001 Kawasaki ZR-7S20,958 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU51 FHS
MakeKawasaki
ModelZR-7S
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine738cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Jul 2026 23,717 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2025 23,661 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2024 23,592 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2023 22,910 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2022 22,890 miles

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 21 Jun 2021 22,877 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2020 21,044 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2016 21,038 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2015 20,949 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Fail 24 Sep 2015 20,949 miles

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

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 30 Sep 2014 20,769 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2013 20,389 miles

Nail in rear tyre

rear tyre wall slightly cracking.

Pass 25 Sep 2012 20,173 miles

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

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

Pass 24 Sep 2011 20,075 miles

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 29 Sep 2010 20,006 miles

Nearside Inner Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 18 Sep 2009 19,765 miles

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 23 Sep 2008 19,543 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2008 19,540 miles

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

Oil leak

Pass 28 Sep 2007 18,839 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2006 15,759 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2005 13,401 miles

Rear Brake component worn but not seriously reduced in strength (3.2.A1)

How Reliable is the Kawasaki ZR-7S?

Based on 4,627 MOT tests across 374 vehicles.

85.7%
Pass Rate
966
Miles/Year
25
Year Lifespan
374
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 79
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 44
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 34
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 28
Drive chain excessively loose 20
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BU51 FHS is a 2001 Kawasaki ZR-7S in Blue with a 738cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

Across all 2001 Kawasaki ZR-7S models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.8% with a typical mileage of 20,958 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Kawasaki ZR-7S fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 79 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BU51 FHS, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki ZR-7S typically stays on UK roads for around 25 years. At 25 years old, this Kawasaki ZR-7S is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of BU51 FHS?

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What year was BU51 FHS registered?

BU51 FHS is a 2001 Kawasaki ZR-7S, first registered on 10 October 2001.

Is BU51 FHS safe to buy?

The MOT history for BU51 FHS shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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