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P242 HDP

1997 Kawasaki Zx 750-P2

Black Petrol 749cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jun 2008
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

36,655 mi
Last recorded36,655 miles
Recorded on24 May 2007
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki Zx 750-P224,284 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP242 HDP
MakeKawasaki
ModelZx 750-P2
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine749cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Fail 24 May 2007 36,655 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 24 May 2007 36,655 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

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

Pass 2 Jun 2006 35,765 miles

How Reliable is the Kawasaki Zx 750-P2?

Based on 647 MOT tests across 127 vehicles.

79.3%
Pass Rate
742
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
127
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

reflector on motorcycle missing 19
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 17
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 16
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 16
Horn not working 7
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P242 HDP is a 1997 Kawasaki Zx 750-P2 in Black with a 749cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1997 Kawasaki Zx 750-P2 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.9% with a typical mileage of 24,284 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 750-P2 fails its MOT is reflector on motorcycle missing, accounting for 19 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P242 HDP, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki Zx 750-P2 typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 29 years old, this Kawasaki Zx 750-P2 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was P242 HDP registered?

P242 HDP is a 1997 Kawasaki Zx 750-P2, first registered on 29 April 1997.

Is P242 HDP safe to buy?

The MOT history for P242 HDP shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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