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P164 BNW

1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R

Green Petrol 750cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Mar 2027
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

6,797 mi
Last recorded6,797 miles
Recorded on1 Apr 2026
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R23,582 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP164 BNW
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-7R
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine750cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Apr 2026 6,797 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2025 5,022 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2024 1,511 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2021 1,496 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2020 1,495 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2018 1,492 miles
Pass 4 May 2017 1,469 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2016 1,465 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2016 1,465 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 28 May 2015 1,388 miles
Fail 27 May 2015 1,388 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Pass 29 May 2014 1,254 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2013 1,048 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2013 1,048 miles

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 26 May 2012 822 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2010

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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P164 BNW is a 1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R in Green with a 750cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 P164 BNW, 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

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What year was P164 BNW registered?

P164 BNW is a 1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is P164 BNW safe to buy?

The MOT history for P164 BNW shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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