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P287 EWL

1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R

Red Petrol 749cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 May 2018
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

14,548 mi
Last recorded14,548 miles
Recorded on9 May 2017
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R23,582 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP287 EWL
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-7R
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine749cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 9 May 2017 14,548 miles
Pass 14 May 2016 14,533 miles

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 2 May 2015 14,518 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2014 14,309 miles
Pass 10 May 2013 14,221 miles
Pass 11 May 2012 13,909 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2011 13,824 miles

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

Pass 12 May 2010 13,716 miles
Pass 9 May 2009 13,546 miles
Pass 6 May 2008 13,188 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2007 11,906 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

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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P287 EWL is a 1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R in Red with a 749cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 P287 EWL, 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 P287 EWL registered?

P287 EWL is a 1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R, first registered on 29 May 1997.

Is P287 EWL safe to buy?

The MOT history for P287 EWL shows 11 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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