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N441 OGB

1996 Kawasaki ZX-7R

Green Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Sep 2026
Tests22 (14 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

36,121 mi
Last recorded36,121 miles
Recorded on30 Sep 2025
Typical for 1996 Kawasaki ZX-7R25,441 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN441 OGB
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-7R
Year1996
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

14 pass 8 fail
Pass 30 Sep 2025 36,121 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

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

Pass 3 Jul 2024 34,397 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2024 34,397 miles

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

Pass 30 Jun 2023 34,094 miles

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

Pass 12 Jul 2022 33,577 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 16 Jul 2021 32,639 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 13 Jul 2021 32,626 miles

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

Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced on dip (4.1.4 (a))

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 10 Jul 2020 32,090 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2019 31,178 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2018 30,520 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2018 30,513 miles

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

Pass 8 Jul 2017 30,190 miles

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

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Fail 3 Jul 2017 30,184 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 2 Jul 2016 29,927 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2015 29,597 miles

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

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Fail 24 Jun 2015 29,587 miles

Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Nearside Handlebar mounting clamp bolt loose (2.1.1a)

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 17 Aug 2009 28,444 miles
Pass 14 May 2008 32,159 miles
Fail 14 May 2008 32,159 miles

Headlamp aim headlamp deteriorated and function impaired (1.2.3a)

Fail 6 Nov 2007 31,697 miles

Front Headlamp aim not tested (1.6)

Front Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

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

Rear Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Rear Registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 11 Apr 2006 30,576 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2006 30,576 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

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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N441 OGB is a 1996 Kawasaki ZX-7R in Green with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

Across all 1996 Kawasaki ZX-7R models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.6% with a typical mileage of 25,441 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 N441 OGB, 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 30 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 N441 OGB registered?

N441 OGB is a 1996 Kawasaki ZX-7R, first registered on 26 March 1996.

Is N441 OGB safe to buy?

The MOT history for N441 OGB shows 22 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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