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P156 BUT

1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R

Black Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Sep 2020
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

19,757 mi
Last recorded19,757 miles
Recorded on17 Sep 2019
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R23,582 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP156 BUT
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-7R
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 17 Sep 2019 19,757 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2011 19,455 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2010 18,927 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 11 Apr 2009 17,971 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2008 17,503 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Steering control has reduced clearance at full lock not affecting the riders operation of the controls (2.1.2b)

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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P156 BUT is a 1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R in Black with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 P156 BUT, 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 P156 BUT registered?

P156 BUT is a 1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R, first registered on 1 January 1997.

Is P156 BUT safe to buy?

The MOT history for P156 BUT shows 5 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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