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P444 JCS

1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R

Red Petrol 749cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 May 2027
Tests20 (14 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

40,199 mi
Last recorded40,199 miles
Recorded on1 Jun 2026
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R23,582 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP444 JCS
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-7R
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine749cc

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MOT History

14 pass 6 fail
Pass 1 Jun 2026 40,199 miles

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

Fail 1 Jun 2026 40,199 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

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

Pass 26 Nov 2024 39,627 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2019 39,521 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2018 39,217 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2017 38,602 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2016 37,872 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2016 37,872 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

Fail 20 Mar 2015 36,589 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly eccentric bead rim. (4.2.2)

Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.6)

Pass 20 Mar 2015 36,589 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly eccentric bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 25 Mar 2014 34,824 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2013 33,367 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Front wheel spindle securing nut(s) loose (2.3.3a)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 22 Mar 2013 33,367 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 23 Mar 2012 44,124 miles

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

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Fail 22 Mar 2012 44,011 miles

Front Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 11 Mar 2011 37,719 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2010 32,894 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2009 32,101 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2009 32,101 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Rear Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Pass 28 Apr 2007 31,896 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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P444 JCS is a 1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R in Red with a 749cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 P444 JCS, 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 P444 JCS registered?

P444 JCS is a 1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R, first registered on 1 July 1997.

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