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P198 DFJ

1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R

Red Petrol 749cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Sep 2022
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

41,371 mi
Last recorded41,371 miles
Recorded on2 Sep 2021
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R23,582 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP198 DFJ
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-7R
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine749cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Sep 2021 41,371 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2020 40,882 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2018 40,133 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2016 38,225 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2013 38,044 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 11 Aug 2012 37,874 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2011 37,620 miles
Pass 29 May 2010 37,307 miles
Pass 21 May 2009 36,946 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Fail 16 May 2009 36,922 miles

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

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

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

Pass 19 Mar 2008 35,974 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 30 Mar 2007 34,765 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2006 32,993 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

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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P198 DFJ is a 1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R in Red with a 749cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 P198 DFJ, 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 P198 DFJ registered?

P198 DFJ is a 1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R, first registered on 17 March 1997.

Is P198 DFJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for P198 DFJ shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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