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N654 KDE

1996 Kawasaki ZX-7R

Green Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Apr 2026
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

17,947 mi
Last recorded17,947 miles
Recorded on4 Apr 2025
Typical for 1996 Kawasaki ZX-7R25,441 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN654 KDE
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-7R
Year1996
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Apr 2025 17,947 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2023 17,861 miles

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

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 18 Oct 2023 17,861 miles

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

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 7 Sep 2015 17,752 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2010 17,718 miles

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

Pass 29 Aug 2007 17,656 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 9 Sep 2006 17,540 miles

No number plate light

Pillion seat cover fitted . No pillion footrests fitted

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

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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N654 KDE is a 1996 Kawasaki ZX-7R in Green with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 N654 KDE, 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 N654 KDE registered?

N654 KDE is a 1996 Kawasaki ZX-7R, first registered on 7 March 1996.

Is N654 KDE safe to buy?

The MOT history for N654 KDE shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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