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P428 SGO

1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R

Green Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 May 2027
Tests23 (17 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate73.9%

Mileage

18,026 mi
Last recorded18,026 miles
Recorded on15 May 2026
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R23,582 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP428 SGO
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-7R
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

17 pass 6 fail
Pass 15 May 2026 18,026 miles
Pass 15 May 2025 16,858 miles
Pass 10 May 2024 14,734 miles
Pass 23 May 2018 14,727 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2017 14,564 miles

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 17 May 2016 14,280 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2015 13,914 miles
Fail 31 May 2014 13,757 miles

Registration plate characters laid out in an incorrect format (6.3.4f)

Pass 31 May 2014 13,757 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2013 13,603 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2013 13,603 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 2 Jun 2012 13,395 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2012 13,395 miles

Rear wheel spindle securing nut locking device missing (2.4.A.2b)

Pass 2 Jun 2011 13,230 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2011 13,230 miles

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

Pass 29 May 2010 12,752 miles
Pass 28 May 2009 12,527 miles
Fail 28 May 2009 12,527 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 31 May 2008 11,874 miles

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

Pass 2 Jun 2007 11,284 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2007 11,284 miles

Front Brake caliper(s) securing bolt(s) loose (3.2.A1j)

Pass 24 May 2006 10,871 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2005 10,127 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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P428 SGO is a 1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R in Green with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.9%.

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 P428 SGO, 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 P428 SGO registered?

P428 SGO is a 1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R, first registered on 23 January 1997.

Is P428 SGO safe to buy?

The MOT history for P428 SGO shows 23 tests with a 73.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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