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P187 LKL

1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R

Orange Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Apr 2012
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

32,663 mi
Last recorded32,663 miles
Recorded on9 Apr 2011
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R23,582 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP187 LKL
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-7R
Year1997
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Apr 2011 32,663 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2011 32,644 miles

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

Centre Rear Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 12 Mar 2010 31,825 miles

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

Fail 12 Mar 2010 31,810 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust mounting does not fully support the exhaust system (7.1.1.c)

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Offside Front Fairings insecure and likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

Offside Front Headlamp aim headlamp deteriorated and function impaired (1.2.3a)

Rear Locking device(s) not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Front Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 18 Mar 2009 31,000 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2008 26,614 miles

Front Front suspension has slight stiffness in the movement of the suspension. (2.3.6b)

Pass 14 Sep 2006 24,700 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2005 23,223 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2005 22,859 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a severely juddering brake (3.3C2d.)

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

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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P187 LKL is a 1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R in Orange with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 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 P187 LKL, 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 P187 LKL registered?

P187 LKL is a 1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R, first registered on 3 March 1997.

Is P187 LKL safe to buy?

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