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P128 UGS

1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R

Green Petrol 749cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Apr 2027
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

27,694 mi
Last recorded27,694 miles
Recorded on28 Apr 2026
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R23,582 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP128 UGS
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-7R
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine749cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Apr 2026 27,694 miles

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play rear sprocket carrier bearing worn (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Apr 2025 26,217 miles

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

Fail 27 Mar 2025 26,217 miles

Rear Registration plate lamp missing in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level below minimum level (1.1.10 (d) (i))

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

Pass 20 Apr 2023 24,953 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Aug 2020 24,799 miles

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

Pass 16 Aug 2019 24,548 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2018 23,536 miles
Pass 26 May 2017 22,031 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2015 21,342 miles

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

Pass 6 Jun 2013 21,309 miles
Pass 3 May 2012 21,264 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2011 19,649 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2009 19,116 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2007 19,080 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2006 16,101 miles

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

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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P128 UGS is a 1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R in Green with a 749cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 P128 UGS, 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 P128 UGS registered?

P128 UGS is a 1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R, first registered on 1 May 1997.

Is P128 UGS safe to buy?

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