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N985 GMA

1996 Kawasaki ZX7R

Green Petrol 749cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Jun 2027
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

18,214 mi
Last recorded18,214 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2026
Typical for 1996 Kawasaki ZX7R22,912 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN985 GMA
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX7R
Year1996
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine749cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Jun 2026 18,214 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2023 18,203 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2021 18,133 miles

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

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 7 May 2020 17,622 miles
Fail 7 May 2020 17,622 miles

Front Stop lamp switch with a delay in operation (4.3.2 (a) (ii))

Steering headbearing has excessive wear or free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 13 May 2019 16,150 miles
Pass 15 May 2018 13,976 miles
Pass 31 May 2017 11,586 miles
Fail 25 May 2017 11,579 miles

Front Brake pipe likely to be fouled or trapped by moving parts Front flexible pipes on master cylinder foul instrument cluster on full left lock (3.2.B2c)

Pass 11 Apr 2016 10,726 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2015 9,834 miles
Fail 18 Oct 2013 9,584 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 18 Oct 2013 9,584 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2008 9,400 miles

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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N985 GMA is a 1996 Kawasaki ZX7R in Green with a 749cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 N985 GMA, 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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What year was N985 GMA registered?

N985 GMA is a 1996 Kawasaki ZX7R, first registered on 1 May 1996.

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