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P212 HRC

1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R

Green Petrol 749cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Aug 2014
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

29,276 mi
Last recorded29,276 miles
Recorded on31 Aug 2013
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R23,582 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP212 HRC
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-7R
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine749cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 31 Aug 2013 29,276 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2012 26,258 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

N/S/F inner brake pad worn to limit

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.5.1b)

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.5.1b)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 19 Jul 2012 26,242 miles

Nearside Rear Footrest missing (6.2.1a)

Nearside Steering control has Insufficient clearance at full lock affecting the riders grasp of handlebars (2.1.2b)

Offside Rear Footrest missing (6.2.1a)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

N/S/F inner brake pad worn to limit

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.5.1b)

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.5.1b)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 9 Jun 2012 26,049 miles

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

Nearside Handlebar deformed (2.1.1b)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 4 Apr 2011 24,813 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Fail 9 Oct 2010 24,789 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

Pass 29 Aug 2009 23,027 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2008 20,470 miles
Fail 4 May 2007 20,266 miles

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

Nearside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Offside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 28 Mar 2006 18,721 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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P212 HRC 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 P212 HRC, 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 P212 HRC registered?

P212 HRC is a 1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R, first registered on 1 July 1997.

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The MOT history for P212 HRC shows 10 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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