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P232 NKP

1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R

Black Petrol 749cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jul 2018
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

3,612 mi
Last recorded3,612 miles
Recorded on6 Jul 2017
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R23,582 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP232 NKP
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-7R
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine749cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Jul 2017 3,612 miles

Brake lever pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Fail 1 Jul 2017 3,609 miles

Headlamp aim headlamp deteriorated and function impaired (1.2.3a)

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

Brake lever pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Pass 7 May 2016 3,283 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2014 2,839 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 19 Jul 2012 1,552 miles

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

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

lube chain

Pass 27 Jul 2011 24,483 miles

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

Pass 7 Jul 2011 24,218 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

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

Pass 9 Jul 2010 20,118 miles

rear brake pads wearing

Fail 5 Jul 2010 20,115 miles

Offside Front Brake disc(s) cracked (3.2.A1g)

rear brake pads wearing

Pass 13 Jun 2009 19,260 miles
Pass 17 May 2008 18,853 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2007 18,014 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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P232 NKP is a 1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R in Black with a 749cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 P232 NKP, 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 P232 NKP registered?

P232 NKP is a 1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R, first registered on 10 June 1997.

Is P232 NKP safe to buy?

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