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P417 OWJ

1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R

Red Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jun 2022
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

37,379 mi
Last recorded37,379 miles
Recorded on7 Jun 2021
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R23,582 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP417 OWJ
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-7R
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 Jun 2021 37,379 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Front Headlamp light intensity reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Fail 27 Feb 2021 36,976 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Fail 4 Dec 2020 36,749 miles

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Direction indicator obviously incorrectly positioned Indicator spacing less than 180mm (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Handlebar grip insecure to handlebar Left & right grips insecure (2.2.1 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Fuel cap rubber seal missing

Pass 1 Jul 2015 32,088 miles

advise, slight uneven wear to front tyre.

Pass 25 Jun 2014 32,023 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2013 31,850 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2012 31,797 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2011 31,392 miles

Steering control chaffing between components and not interfering with free movement of steering (2.1.2a)

Fail 28 Jun 2011 31,392 miles

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

Steering control chaffing between components and not interfering with free movement of steering (2.1.2a)

Pass 14 Jun 2010 30,058 miles

Bike presented for test fitted with alloy front brake hose fittings - liable to corrosion in winter.

Bike presented for test with rear spring pe-load loosened to lower ride height.

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 1 Jul 2009 29,142 miles

Front Brake hose slightly twisted (3.2.B3a)

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

bike presented for test fitted with alloy front brake hose banjo fittings - liable to corrosion during winter. implications explained to customer.

rear shock absorber spring adjuster wound off - slightly loose when rear wheel raised off ground.

Fail 30 Jun 2009 29,142 miles

Front Brake hose is likely to be fouled or trapped by moving parts (3.2.B2c)

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Rear reflector on sidecar missing (1.4.1)

Registration plate characters incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct width (6.3.4a)

Front Brake hose slightly twisted (3.2.B3a)

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

bike presented for test fitted with alloy front brake hose banjo fittings - liable to corrosion during winter. implications explained to customer.

rear shock absorber spring adjuster wound off - slightly loose when rear wheel raised off ground.

Pass 12 Jun 2008 27,699 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2007 26,803 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2006 24,431 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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P417 OWJ is a 1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R in Red with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 P417 OWJ, 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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P417 OWJ is a 1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R, first registered on 20 June 1997.

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