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P168 HUJ

1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R

Green Petrol 749cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Feb 2022
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

74,129 mi
Last recorded74,129 miles
Recorded on23 Feb 2021
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R23,582 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP168 HUJ
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-7R
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine749cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Feb 2021 74,129 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Fail 16 Feb 2021 74,065 miles

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

Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 29 Apr 2019 28,588 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2011 28,146 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2010 26,754 miles
Fail 6 Apr 2010 26,736 miles

Front Direction indicator damaged and function impaired (1.5.3a)

Rear Direction indicator deteriorated and function impaired (1.5.3a)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 13 Aug 2009 26,029 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2008 25,738 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2007 24,673 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 13 Jul 2007 24,628 miles

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 28 Jul 2005 21,306 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2005 21,306 miles

Front Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Headlamp aim not tested (1.6) 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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P168 HUJ is a 1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R in Green with a 749cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 P168 HUJ, 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 P168 HUJ registered?

P168 HUJ is a 1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R, first registered on 25 January 1997.

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