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P420 SRH

1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R

Black Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Oct 2020
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

30,049 mi
Last recorded30,049 miles
Recorded on20 Apr 2019
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R23,582 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Kawasaki
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP420 SRH
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-7R
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Apr 2019 30,049 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2018 27,480 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2017 25,322 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Steering control has reduced clearance at full lock not affecting the riders grasp of handlebars n/s and o/s (2.1.2b)

Pass 12 Apr 2016 21,932 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Fail 6 Apr 2016 21,867 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

Front Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation perished (4.1.2c)

Rear Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation perished (4.1.2c)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 24 Feb 2015 17,160 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2013 16,380 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2011 12,315 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

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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P420 SRH is a 1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R in Black with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 P420 SRH, 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 P420 SRH registered?

P420 SRH is a 1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R, first registered on 4 January 1997.

Is P420 SRH safe to buy?

The MOT history for P420 SRH shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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