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J66 SOT

1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R

Black Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 May 2027
Tests22 (16 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

53,683 mi
Last recorded53,683 miles
Recorded on9 May 2026
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R23,582 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ66 SOT
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-7R
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

16 pass 6 fail
Pass 9 May 2026 53,683 miles

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

Pass 12 Apr 2025 52,860 miles

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

Front wheel bearings slightly rough when spinning

Pass 25 Mar 2024 50,130 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Pass 15 Apr 2023 48,994 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Apr 2022 47,610 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2021 46,314 miles

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

Fail 16 Apr 2021 46,208 miles

Rear Registration plate lamp missing in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

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

Pass 23 Apr 2020 45,007 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Fail 22 Apr 2020 45,005 miles

Drive chain sprocket worn to excess both and chain (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Tyre tread not clearly visible (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Steering headbearing in such a condition that steering control is adversely affected excessive free play in head stock with wheel raised (2.2.2 (f) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Fail 29 Nov 2019 45,000 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Wheel spindle or securing nut(s) so insecure that wheel security or steering control is adversely affected Rear spindle locking split pin missing. (5.2.1 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Nearside gear shift lever bent

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

Pass 10 Sep 2016 44,124 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2015 41,090 miles

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

Fail 9 Sep 2015 41,090 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Pass 10 Jun 2014 34,380 miles

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

Pass 6 Aug 2012 32,140 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2012 32,140 miles

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

Pass 31 May 2011 31,328 miles

Headlight aim kick to the O/S, has been taped off.

Rear brake control long

Pass 4 May 2010 29,945 miles
Fail 4 May 2010 29,923 miles

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

Pass 4 Aug 2008 28,589 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2007 27,109 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2006 27,064 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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J66 SOT is a 1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R in Black with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.7% with a typical mileage of 23,582 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 J66 SOT, 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 29 years old, this Kawasaki ZX-7R is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was J66 SOT registered?

J66 SOT is a 1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R, first registered on 1 August 1997.

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