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P242 WDE

1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R

Black Petrol 749cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jun 2018
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

24,552 mi
Last recorded24,552 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2017
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R23,582 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP242 WDE
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-7R
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine749cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Jun 2017 24,552 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2016 23,863 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2015 23,085 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2012 22,783 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2011 22,393 miles

speedo drive fitted in correct position.

Fail 8 Oct 2011 22,393 miles

Steering control handlebar movement restricted by trapped cables (2.1.2c)

speedo drive fitted in correct position.

Fail 7 Oct 2011 22,386 miles

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Pass 19 Apr 2010 21,946 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2006 21,766 miles

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

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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P242 WDE is a 1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R in Black with a 749cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 P242 WDE, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of P242 WDE?

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What year was P242 WDE registered?

P242 WDE is a 1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R, first registered on 1 April 1997.

Is P242 WDE safe to buy?

The MOT history for P242 WDE shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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