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P209 RYG

1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R

Green Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Sep 2026
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

28,786 mi
Last recorded28,786 miles
Recorded on6 Sep 2025
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R23,582 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP209 RYG
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-7R
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 Sep 2025 28,786 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2024 28,495 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2024 28,448 miles

Offside Front Brake disc fractured (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 1 Sep 2020 28,362 miles
Pass 30 May 2019 28,238 miles
Fail 30 May 2019 28,238 miles

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

Pass 7 Jun 2018 27,852 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2017 27,623 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2016 27,137 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Jun 2015 26,600 miles
Pass 17 May 2014 26,255 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 18 May 2013 25,758 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 16 May 2012 25,717 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 4 May 2011 25,522 miles
Fail 9 Dec 2009 23,698 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Nearside Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 9 Dec 2009 23,698 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Pass 18 Jul 2008 19,772 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2008 19,772 miles

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

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Rear shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.4.A.1c)

Pass 11 May 2007 18,624 miles

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

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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P209 RYG is a 1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R in Green with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 P209 RYG, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was P209 RYG registered?

P209 RYG is a 1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R, first registered on 19 September 1997.

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The MOT history for P209 RYG shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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