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L22 KBM

1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R

Green Petrol 749cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Apr 2027
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

27,032 mi
Last recorded27,032 miles
Recorded on28 Mar 2026
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R23,582 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL22 KBM
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-7R
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine749cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Mar 2026 27,032 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2025 26,445 miles

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

Pass 16 Feb 2024 24,159 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2022 24,100 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2020 23,823 miles

Chain guard missing ()

Pass 16 May 2019 24,712 miles

Nearside Handlebar deformed but serviceable nearside slightly bent (2.2.1 (c) (i))

Fail 15 May 2019 24,712 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

Nearside Handlebar deformed but serviceable nearside slightly bent (2.2.1 (c) (i))

nearside headlight not illuminating correctly

Pass 15 May 2018 22,007 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Nearside Steering control has reduced clearance at full lock not affecting the riders grasp of handlebars (2.1.2b)

only 50% headlight working only 50% main beam working

swing arm damaged exhaust has been rubbing on it

Pass 2 May 2017 21,436 miles

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

Pass 25 Feb 2016 20,060 miles
Pass 14 May 2015 18,730 miles

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

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

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

Pass 30 May 2014 18,395 miles

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

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

Pass 30 May 2013 16,919 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

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

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

Pass 1 Jun 2012 16,440 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

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

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

Fail 29 May 2012 16,440 miles

Centre Rear reflector on motorcycle incorrectly positioned (1.4.2d)

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

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

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

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

Pass 10 May 2008 14,840 miles

O/S/F handle bar close to touching front screen

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 8 May 2007 13,953 miles

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

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

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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L22 KBM is a 1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R in Green with a 749cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 L22 KBM, 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 L22 KBM registered?

L22 KBM is a 1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R, first registered on 1 August 1997.

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