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P195 TAV

1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R

Black Petrol 749cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Aug 2022
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

26,086 mi
Last recorded26,086 miles
Recorded on21 Jul 2021
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R23,582 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP195 TAV
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-7R
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine749cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Jul 2021 26,086 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2021 26,086 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 7 Aug 2020 25,377 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 3 Aug 2019 23,898 miles

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

Pass 9 Aug 2018 21,287 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2018 21,287 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Pass 19 Apr 2014 21,128 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 18 Jun 2013 20,794 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2012 19,959 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2011 19,022 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2010 18,296 miles

Chain guard missing

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Fail 26 Apr 2010 18,295 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 10 Aug 2006 17,853 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 25 Aug 2005 17,430 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2005 17,423 miles

Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

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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P195 TAV is a 1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R in Black with a 749cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 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 P195 TAV, 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 P195 TAV registered?

P195 TAV is a 1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R, first registered on 23 June 1997.

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