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MX51 VAY

2001 Kawasaki ZX-7R

Green Petrol 749cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Nov 2020
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

25,052 mi
Last recorded25,052 miles
Recorded on3 Jun 2021
Typical for 2001 Kawasaki ZX-7R16,757 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMX51 VAY
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-7R
Year2001
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine749cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Fail 3 Jun 2021 25,052 miles

Exhaust markings indicating not for road use or similar wording (6.1.2 (c))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 23 May 2019 24,066 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Rear Suspension rod pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 6 May 2014 23,565 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2012 22,294 miles

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

Fail 25 Aug 2012 22,294 miles

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

Direction indicator flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.5.1c)

Front Brake component has restricted free movement and operation is likely to be impeded (3.2.A1h)

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

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Indicator tell tale not functioning (1.5.2)

Rear Brake component has restricted free movement and operation is likely to be impeded (3.2.A1h)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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

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

Pass 4 May 2011 18,297 miles

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

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

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

Pass 16 Apr 2010 18,043 miles

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

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

Fail 16 Apr 2010 18,037 miles

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

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

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

Pass 20 Apr 2009 16,840 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2008 15,675 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2007 14,680 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2006 12,731 miles

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

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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MX51 VAY is a 2001 Kawasaki ZX-7R in Green with a 749cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 MX51 VAY, 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 MX51 VAY registered?

MX51 VAY is a 2001 Kawasaki ZX-7R, first registered on 4 September 2001.

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