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P181 CPG

1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R

Green Petrol 749cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jun 2019
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

30,655 mi
Last recorded30,655 miles
Recorded on9 Jun 2018
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R23,582 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP181 CPG
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-7R
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine749cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Jun 2018 30,655 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2011 30,648 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 9 Apr 2011 28,619 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2011 28,619 miles

Rear Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Pass 22 Apr 2010 26,309 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2009 25,633 miles

Front Brake disc(s) is slightly distorted (3.2.A1m)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Fail 20 Apr 2009 25,631 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Rear Brake hose leaking fluid (3.2.B4)

Rear Fuel system component leaking (7.2.1a)

Front Brake disc(s) is slightly distorted (3.2.A1m)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Fail 26 Apr 2008 24,522 miles

Front Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Pass 26 Apr 2008 24,522 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Pass 6 Apr 2007 22,602 miles
Pass 23 May 2006 20,570 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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P181 CPG is a 1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R in Green with a 749cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 P181 CPG, 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 P181 CPG registered?

P181 CPG is a 1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R, first registered on 20 January 1997.

Is P181 CPG safe to buy?

The MOT history for P181 CPG shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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