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P130 OBY

1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R

Black Petrol 749cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jun 2013
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

47,587 mi
Last recorded47,587 miles
Recorded on30 Jun 2012
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R23,582 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP130 OBY
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-7R
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine749cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Jun 2012 47,587 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Pass 17 Jun 2011 44,487 miles

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

n/s/f h bar bit closer to fuel tank than other side

Pass 28 May 2010 39,485 miles
Fail 24 May 2010 39,410 miles

Nearside Handlebar deformed (2.1.1b)

Pass 20 Jun 2009 36,304 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2008 35,898 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2008 35,898 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 26 Sep 2006 33,753 miles

front brake rubbing slightly

Fail 23 Sep 2006 33,753 miles

Brake lever insecure (3.1.2a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Nearside Locking device(s) not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h) DANGEROUS

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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P130 OBY is a 1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R in Black with a 749cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 P130 OBY, 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 P130 OBY registered?

P130 OBY is a 1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R, first registered on 9 May 1997.

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The MOT history for P130 OBY shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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