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P178 TGP

1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R

Green Petrol 749cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 May 2018
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

8,407 mi
Last recorded8,407 miles
Recorded on13 May 2017
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R23,582 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP178 TGP
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-7R
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine749cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 13 May 2017 8,407 miles
Fail 13 May 2017 8,407 miles

Exhaust excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 15 Apr 2016 8,235 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2016 8,235 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Steering control handlebar movement restricted by taut cables (2.1.2c)

Pass 6 Sep 2013 8,046 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2011 7,438 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2011 7,438 miles

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

Pass 14 Jul 2010 7,266 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2010 7,266 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Nearside Front Brake lever cannot be applied smoothly (3.1.3d)

Pass 30 May 2009 6,599 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2008 5,917 miles

rear tyre worn closs to leagal limit

Pass 17 Feb 2007 5,184 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 17 Feb 2007 5,184 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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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P178 TGP 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 61.5%.

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 P178 TGP, 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 P178 TGP registered?

P178 TGP is a 1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R, first registered on 4 February 1997.

Is P178 TGP safe to buy?

The MOT history for P178 TGP shows 13 tests with a 61.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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