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P249 LYA

1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R

Black Petrol 749cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Sep 2016
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

36,380 mi
Last recorded36,380 miles
Recorded on8 Sep 2015
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R23,582 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP249 LYA
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-7R
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine749cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Sep 2015 36,380 miles

No Lights Fitted at Time of Test

Pass 4 Sep 2014 36,359 miles

No lights fitted at time of test

Fail 4 Aug 2014 36,358 miles

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

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

No lights fitted at time of test

Pass 15 Jul 2011 35,305 miles

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

Pass 21 Mar 2009 31,902 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2009 31,902 miles

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Rear wheel spindle securing nut locking device missing (2.4.A.2b)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 17 May 2007 26,926 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

number plate light not working

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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P249 LYA is a 1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R in Black with a 749cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 P249 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 P249 LYA registered?

P249 LYA is a 1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R, first registered on 7 May 1997.

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The MOT history for P249 LYA shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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