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P199 DFJ

1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R

Red Petrol 749cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Aug 2021
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

41,336 mi
Last recorded41,336 miles
Recorded on11 Aug 2020
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R23,582 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP199 DFJ
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-7R
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine749cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Aug 2020 41,336 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2019 41,330 miles

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

front wheel bearing slightly rough when rotated

Pass 2 May 2018 41,267 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2016 41,198 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2014 40,614 miles

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

Fail 30 Aug 2014 40,614 miles

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

Rear Registration plate delaminated (6.3.1.d)

Pass 21 Aug 2013 39,839 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2012 34,567 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2011 29,464 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 25 May 2010 26,110 miles
Fail 25 May 2010 26,097 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 19 Mar 2009 21,584 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2007 19,044 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2006 18,058 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2005 16,997 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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P199 DFJ is a 1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R in Red with a 749cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 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 P199 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 P199 DFJ registered?

P199 DFJ is a 1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R, first registered on 24 March 1997.

Is P199 DFJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for P199 DFJ shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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