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P403 OVU

1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R

Green Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jan 2015
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

60,247 mi
Last recorded60,247 miles
Recorded on27 Jan 2014
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R23,582 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP403 OVU
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-7R
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Jan 2014 60,247 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2013 60,247 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2013 60,247 miles

Indicator tell tale not functioning (1.5.2)

Nearside Direction indicator affected by the operation of another lamp (1.5.1c)

Offside Direction indicator affected by the operation of another lamp (1.5.1c)

Chain guard missing

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

Pass 14 Sep 2012 59,590 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 25 Jun 2011 54,586 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2011 54,586 miles

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

Pass 30 May 2009 53,008 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 31 Dec 2007 49,508 miles
Fail 31 Dec 2007 49,508 miles

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 27 Nov 2006 47,116 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2005 46,578 miles

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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P403 OVU is a 1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R in Green with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 P403 OVU, 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 P403 OVU?

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What year was P403 OVU registered?

P403 OVU is a 1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R, first registered on 8 May 1997.

Is P403 OVU safe to buy?

The MOT history for P403 OVU shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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