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N172 WTA

1996 Kawasaki ZX7R

Red Petrol 749cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Nov 2020
Tests9 (5 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

47,345 mi
Last recorded47,345 miles
Recorded on16 May 2019
Typical for 1996 Kawasaki ZX7R22,912 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN172 WTA
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX7R
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine749cc

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MOT History

5 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 May 2019 47,345 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 4 Jan 2018 47,345 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Fail 28 Dec 2017 47,345 miles

Offside Handlebar mounting clamp loose (2.1.1a)

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Fail 7 Sep 2017 47,345 miles

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

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

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Clutch lever shortened. Has sharp edge (6.2.1g)

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front brake binding slightly

Pass 10 Sep 2012 44,115 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 15 Sep 2011 41,391 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Fail 15 Sep 2011 41,390 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Registration plate obscured (6.3.1d)

Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c) DANGEROUS

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

clutch fluid reservoir empty

Fail 17 Mar 2006 39,420 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))

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 17 Mar 2006 39,420 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))

How Reliable is the Kawasaki ZX7R?

Based on 1,982 MOT tests across 235 vehicles.

78.8%
Pass Rate
804
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
235
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

reflector on motorcycle missing 47
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 42
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 25
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 24
Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside 24
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N172 WTA is a 1996 Kawasaki ZX7R in Red with a 749cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

Across all 1996 Kawasaki ZX7R models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.2% with a typical mileage of 22,912 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 ZX7R fails its MOT is reflector on motorcycle missing, accounting for 47 recorded failures. If you're considering buying N172 WTA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki ZX7R typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 30 years old, this Kawasaki ZX7R is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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N172 WTA is a 1996 Kawasaki ZX7R, first registered on 1 June 1996.

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