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P487 BPM

1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R

Green Petrol 749cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 May 2026
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

32,452 mi
Last recorded32,452 miles
Recorded on16 May 2025
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R23,582 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP487 BPM
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-7R
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine749cc

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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 16 May 2025 32,452 miles
Pass 18 May 2024 32,424 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2022 32,035 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2021 31,919 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2020 31,606 miles
Pass 23 May 2019 31,141 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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P487 BPM is a 1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R in Green with a 749cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 P487 BPM, 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 P487 BPM registered?

P487 BPM is a 1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R, first registered on 9 April 1997.

Is P487 BPM safe to buy?

The MOT history for P487 BPM shows 6 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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