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F978 THW

2001 Kawasaki ZX-7R

Green Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 May 2017
Tests6 (3 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

34,006 mi
Last recorded34,006 miles
Recorded on11 May 2016
Typical for 2001 Kawasaki ZX-7R16,757 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF978 THW
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-7R
Year2001
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

3 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 May 2016 34,006 miles
Fail 7 May 2016 34,006 miles

Front Brake lever cannot be applied smoothly (3.1.3d)

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

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

Fail 2 May 2015 30,428 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 2 May 2015 30,428 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 8 Oct 2009 29,664 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Fail 27 Sep 2005 29,054 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

Front Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Offside Front Brake disc(s) securing bolt(s) missing (3.2.A1g)

Offside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Rear Brake linkage has abnormal movement due to excessive wear (3.2.A1i)

Rear Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Rear Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Steering control fouling between components which interferes with the free movement of the steering (2.1.2a)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

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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F978 THW is a 2001 Kawasaki ZX-7R in Green with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 2001 Kawasaki ZX-7R models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.7% with a typical mileage of 16,757 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 F978 THW, 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 25 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 F978 THW registered?

F978 THW is a 2001 Kawasaki ZX-7R, first registered on 22 February 2001.

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