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P238 GHH

1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R

Green Petrol 749cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 May 2026
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

30,006 mi
Last recorded30,006 miles
Recorded on26 Apr 2025
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R23,582 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP238 GHH
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-7R
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine749cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Apr 2025 30,006 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 14 May 2024 29,345 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 14 May 2024 29,345 miles

Front Handlebar so insecure it is likely to become detached (2.2.1 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 8 May 2021 28,788 miles

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level below minimum level (1.1.10 (d) (i))

Front Direction indicator light intensity reduced both sides (4.4.3 (a))

clutch reservoir empty

headlamp pattern poor

Pass 2 Aug 2018 28,285 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2016 28,262 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 17 Feb 2015 28,252 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2013 27,892 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2012 26,978 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 22 Jun 2012 26,978 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 31 Mar 2011 25,726 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2010 23,527 miles

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

Pass 11 Feb 2009 21,388 miles
Fail 4 Feb 2009 21,388 miles

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

Pass 8 May 2008 20,630 miles

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

Pass 1 Mar 2006 15,493 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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P238 GHH is a 1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R in Green with a 749cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 P238 GHH, 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 P238 GHH registered?

P238 GHH is a 1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R, first registered on 21 March 1997.

Is P238 GHH safe to buy?

The MOT history for P238 GHH shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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