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P238 NBP

1997 Kawasaki ZX7R

Red Petrol 750cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Apr 2007
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

17,438 mi
Last recorded17,438 miles
Recorded on10 Apr 2006
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki ZX7R24,506 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP238 NBP
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX7R
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine750cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Apr 2006 17,438 miles
Fail 6 Apr 2006 17,438 miles

Nearside Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Offside Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Offside Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Roller brake test Neither brake control achieves an efficiency of 25% (3.3.A2b)

Roller brake test No brake control achieves an efficiency of 30%. (3.3.A2a)

How Reliable is the Kawasaki ZX7R?

Based on 1,982 MOT tests across 235 vehicles.

78.8%
Pass Rate
804
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
235
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

reflector on motorcycle missing 47
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 42
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 25
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 24
Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside 24
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P238 NBP is a 1997 Kawasaki ZX7R in Red with a 750cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1997 Kawasaki ZX7R models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.8% with a typical mileage of 24,506 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 ZX7R fails its MOT is reflector on motorcycle missing, accounting for 47 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P238 NBP, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki ZX7R typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 29 years old, this Kawasaki ZX7R is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was P238 NBP registered?

P238 NBP is a 1997 Kawasaki ZX7R, first registered on 19 March 1997.

Is P238 NBP safe to buy?

The MOT history for P238 NBP shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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