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P127 OLE

1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R

Green Petrol 749cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Aug 2026
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

12,601 mi
Last recorded12,601 miles
Recorded on16 Aug 2025
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R23,582 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP127 OLE
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-7R
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine749cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Aug 2025 12,601 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2024 12,154 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2023 10,678 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2019 10,504 miles
Pass 26 May 2018 10,137 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2017 9,682 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2016 9,122 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2016 9,122 miles

Rear Brake component is excessively corroded (3.1.5)

Pass 23 May 2015 8,443 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2014 8,087 miles
Pass 25 May 2013 7,715 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2011 5,772 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2009 3,908 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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P127 OLE is a 1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R in Green with a 749cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 P127 OLE, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of P127 OLE?

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What year was P127 OLE registered?

P127 OLE is a 1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R, first registered on 12 April 1997.

Is P127 OLE safe to buy?

The MOT history for P127 OLE shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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