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P207 FAO

1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R

Green Petrol 749cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jun 2015
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

22,300 mi
Last recorded22,300 miles
Recorded on20 Jun 2014
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R23,582 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP207 FAO
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-7R
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine749cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Jun 2014 22,300 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Fail 20 Jun 2014 22,300 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 6 Jun 2013 22,142 miles

Front suspension lightly rubbing not affecting the movement of the suspension (2.3.6a)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Steering control has reduced clearance at full lock not affecting the riders grasp of handlebars (2.1.2b)

Fail 6 Jun 2013 22,142 miles

Front suspension lightly rubbing not affecting the movement of the suspension (2.3.6a)

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Steering control has reduced clearance at full lock not affecting the riders grasp of handlebars (2.1.2b)

Pass 20 Mar 2012 21,066 miles

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

No lights fitted at time of test

Fail 20 Mar 2012 21,063 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.5.1b)

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.5.1b)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.5.1b)

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

Pass 22 Mar 2011 18,569 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2011 18,499 miles

Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

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

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Front Brake hose is likely to be fouled or trapped by moving parts (3.2.B2c)

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

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

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

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b) DANGEROUS

Throttle has a significant change in engine speed whilst moving the steering from lock to lock (2.1.4) DANGEROUS

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 28 May 2008 17,117 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2006 16,544 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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P207 FAO is a 1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R in Green with a 749cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 P207 FAO, 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 P207 FAO registered?

P207 FAO is a 1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R, first registered on 21 March 1997.

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