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P131 MBF

1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R

Green Petrol 749cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Feb 2027
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

16,205 mi
Last recorded16,205 miles
Recorded on27 Feb 2026
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R23,582 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP131 MBF
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-7R
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine749cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Feb 2026 16,205 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2021 15,897 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2014 15,877 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 14 Jul 2014 15,877 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2013 15,798 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 28 May 2012 15,561 miles

Chain guard missing

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 27 May 2011 14,769 miles

Chain guard missing

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front discs bobbings worn

Pass 25 May 2010 13,491 miles

Chain guard missing

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear position lamp slightly discoloured (1.1.2b)

Stop lamp slightly discoloured (1.3.1b)

Pass 8 May 2009 11,806 miles

Chain guard missing

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 8 May 2009 11,806 miles

Chain guard missing

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 6 May 2008 10,394 miles

Chain guard missing

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 19 Apr 2007 10,067 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 8 Feb 2006 8,920 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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P131 MBF 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 84.6%.

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 P131 MBF, 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 P131 MBF registered?

P131 MBF is a 1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is P131 MBF safe to buy?

The MOT history for P131 MBF shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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