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P117 UGP

1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R

Black Petrol 749cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 May 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

30,330 mi
Last recorded30,330 miles
Recorded on12 May 2026
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R23,582 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP117 UGP
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-7R
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine749cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 May 2026 30,330 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2025 29,968 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2024 29,912 miles
Pass 18 May 2023 29,626 miles
Pass 5 May 2022 29,392 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2020 29,282 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 11 Aug 2016 29,218 miles

coolant leak

Pass 18 Jun 2015 29,206 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2014 28,918 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2013 28,260 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Fail 20 Mar 2012 27,604 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

chain has tight spots

Pass 20 Mar 2012 27,604 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

chain has tight spots

Pass 9 Apr 2011 24,324 miles

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

Pass 20 Jun 2009 22,968 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2008 20,743 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2007 18,028 miles

REAR TYRE TREAD DEPTH MEASURES 1.6MM.THE LEGAL REQUIREMENT IS 1MM.I ADVISE REPLACEMENT SOON.

Pass 31 Mar 2006 14,965 miles

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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P117 UGP is a 1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R in Black with a 749cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 P117 UGP, 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 P117 UGP registered?

P117 UGP is a 1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R, first registered on 2 April 1997.

Is P117 UGP safe to buy?

The MOT history for P117 UGP shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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