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P116 SAH

1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R

Green Petrol 749cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Mar 2022
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

18,875 mi
Last recorded18,875 miles
Recorded on24 Mar 2021
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R23,582 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP116 SAH
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-7R
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine749cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Mar 2021 18,875 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2019 18,743 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2018 18,708 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2013 17,586 miles
Pass 20 May 2011 16,599 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Pass 13 Feb 2010 14,413 miles

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

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

Pass 3 May 2008 13,659 miles

Drive chain getting rusty

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 17 Mar 2007 13,372 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2006 13,372 miles

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)

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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P116 SAH is a 1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R in Green with a 749cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.7% with a typical mileage of 23,582 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 P116 SAH, 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 29 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 P116 SAH registered?

P116 SAH is a 1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R, first registered on 14 April 1997.

Is P116 SAH safe to buy?

The MOT history for P116 SAH shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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