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N81 MFV

1996 Kawasaki ZX-7R

Green Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jul 2024
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

29,491 mi
Last recorded29,491 miles
Recorded on25 Jul 2023
Typical for 1996 Kawasaki ZX-7R25,441 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN81 MFV
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-7R
Year1996
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 25 Jul 2023 29,491 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2020 29,475 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2015 29,461 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 5 Jun 2014 29,327 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2013 29,054 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2012 28,701 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2012 28,701 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

Nearside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Stop lamp insecure (1.3.3b)

Pass 31 May 2011 28,701 miles
Pass 22 May 2010 28,492 miles
Pass 29 May 2009 27,919 miles
Pass 23 May 2008 26,547 miles

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

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

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

Fail 23 May 2008 26,547 miles

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

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

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

Pass 24 May 2007 24,819 miles
Fail 18 May 2007 24,735 miles

Offside Front Handlebar deformed (2.1.1b)

Pass 9 Jun 2006 23,768 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2006 23,563 miles

Front Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

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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N81 MFV is a 1996 Kawasaki ZX-7R in Green with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 N81 MFV, 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 N81 MFV registered?

N81 MFV is a 1996 Kawasaki ZX-7R, first registered on 30 December 1996.

Is N81 MFV safe to buy?

The MOT history for N81 MFV shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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