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P401 CEL

1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R

Green Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 May 2026
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

11,176 mi
Last recorded11,176 miles
Recorded on16 May 2025
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R23,582 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP401 CEL
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-7R
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 May 2025 11,176 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2023 11,060 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2019 10,139 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 23 Jul 2019 10,139 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamp(s) Rear Number Plate light not working. (4.7.2 (a))

Pass 6 Jul 2018 8,669 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 12 Jun 2009 8,461 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2008 7,965 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Fail 9 Jun 2008 7,965 miles

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Rear Brake back plate(s) insecure (3.2.A1j)

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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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P401 CEL is a 1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R in Green with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 P401 CEL, 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

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What year was P401 CEL registered?

P401 CEL is a 1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R, first registered on 2 May 1997.

Is P401 CEL safe to buy?

The MOT history for P401 CEL shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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