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K7 ORN

1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R

Green Petrol 749cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jul 2027
Tests24 (19 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate79.2%

Mileage

16,608 mi
Last recorded16,608 miles
Recorded on2 Jul 2026
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R23,582 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK7 ORN
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-7R
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine749cc

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MOT History

19 pass 5 fail
Pass 2 Jul 2026 16,608 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2025 16,552 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2024 16,421 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2023 16,298 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2022 16,254 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Pass 31 Jul 2021 16,232 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2020 16,216 miles
Pass 11 May 2019 16,130 miles
Fail 11 May 2019 16,130 miles

Rear Stop lamp switch with a delay in operation (4.3.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 16 May 2018 16,030 miles
Fail 16 May 2018 16,030 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 1 Jun 2017 15,936 miles
Pass 16 May 2016 15,924 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2014 15,885 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2013 15,823 miles

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

Fail 25 Nov 2013 15,813 miles

Rear Direction indicator affected by the operation of another lamp (1.5.1c)

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

Pass 24 Sep 2011 15,794 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2011 15,773 miles

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Rear Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Pass 27 Feb 2010 15,329 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2009 13,976 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2008 13,122 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2007 12,828 miles
Fail 13 Jan 2007 12,796 miles

Front suspension has inadequate damping effect. (2.3.6c)

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 21 Jan 2006 12,300 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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K7 ORN is a 1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R in Green with a 749cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 79.2%.

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 K7 ORN, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of K7 ORN?

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What year was K7 ORN registered?

K7 ORN is a 1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R, first registered on 20 May 1997.

Is K7 ORN safe to buy?

The MOT history for K7 ORN shows 24 tests with a 79.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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