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P237 LYA

1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R

Green Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Aug 2016
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

16,476 mi
Last recorded16,476 miles
Recorded on15 Aug 2015
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R23,582 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP237 LYA
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-7R
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 15 Aug 2015 16,476 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2014 16,167 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2013 16,089 miles

Front Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Pass 2 Jul 2012 15,493 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2011 15,101 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2009 14,600 miles

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

Pass 2 Jun 2008 14,220 miles

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

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 11 Nov 2006 13,560 miles

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

Pass 29 Jun 2005 13,393 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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P237 LYA is a 1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R in Green with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 P237 LYA, 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 P237 LYA registered?

P237 LYA is a 1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R, first registered on 4 March 1997.

Is P237 LYA safe to buy?

The MOT history for P237 LYA shows 9 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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