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N494 DMG

1996 Kawasaki ZX-7R

Green Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Feb 2027
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

37,055 mi
Last recorded37,055 miles
Recorded on24 Feb 2026
Typical for 1996 Kawasaki ZX-7R25,441 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN494 DMG
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-7R
Year1996
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Feb 2026 37,055 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2013 36,538 miles

Centre Rear Lower Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

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

Offside Rear Lower Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 12 Apr 2012 35,489 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Apr 2012 35,489 miles

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

Pass 3 Jun 2011 34,253 miles

N/S R indicator lens damaged

Pass 23 Apr 2010 29,777 miles
Pass 5 May 2009 29,045 miles
Pass 6 May 2008 28,891 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2006 28,375 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2006 28,357 miles

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

Rear Exhaust markings indicating not for road use or similar wording (7.1.4)

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Rear Registration plate character(s) not correctly formed (6.3.4b)

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Front Steering control has reduced clearance at full lock not affecting the riders operation of the controls (2.1.2b)

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

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

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

locking bolt loose on fork leg n/s

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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N494 DMG is a 1996 Kawasaki ZX-7R in Green with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 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 N494 DMG, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was N494 DMG registered?

N494 DMG is a 1996 Kawasaki ZX-7R, first registered on 14 May 1996.

Is N494 DMG safe to buy?

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