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P315 UGP

1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R

Green Petrol 749cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Feb 2023
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

50,929 mi
Last recorded50,929 miles
Recorded on14 Feb 2022
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R23,582 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP315 UGP
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-7R
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine749cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Feb 2022 50,929 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Headlamp light intensity reduced reflectors damaged (4.1.4 (a))

Rear Lower Suspension attachment bracket/mounting slightly loose (5.3.3 (a) (i))

Fail 14 Feb 2022 50,929 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Headlamp light intensity reduced reflectors damaged (4.1.4 (a))

Rear Lower Suspension attachment bracket/mounting slightly loose (5.3.3 (a) (i))

Rear Wheel spindle locking device missing (5.2.1 (d))

Pass 16 Feb 2021 50,504 miles

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil fork seals damp (5.3.2 (b))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 22 Aug 2014 48,434 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

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

Pass 15 Aug 2013 48,138 miles

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 1 Feb 2012 45,196 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2011 44,811 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

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

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

Pass 6 Aug 2010 42,471 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2009 36,332 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2009 36,332 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 8 Jul 2008 31,200 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Front Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 20 Jul 2007 30,931 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2006 28,606 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

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

Fail 13 May 2006 28,586 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a severely juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

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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P315 UGP is a 1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R in Green with a 749cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 P315 UGP, 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 P315 UGP registered?

P315 UGP is a 1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R, first registered on 9 April 1997.

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