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P490 CPM

1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R

Green Petrol 749cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Nov 2025
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

12,205 mi
Last recorded12,205 miles
Recorded on15 Nov 2024
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R23,582 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP490 CPM
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-7R
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine749cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Nov 2024 12,205 miles
Pass 6 May 2022 11,986 miles

Rear Suspension arm ball joint worn, but not excessively (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Apr 2021 11,762 miles
Pass 18 May 2019 11,556 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2018 11,373 miles
Pass 27 May 2017 11,110 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2014 51,102 miles

Offside Rear Lower Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Fail 18 Jun 2013 50,943 miles

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

Nearside Front Lower Fuel hose leaking (7.2.1a)

Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 18 Jun 2013 50,943 miles

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

Pass 4 Apr 2012 50,194 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2011 49,301 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2010 47,375 miles
Fail 21 Jan 2010 47,375 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Fail 22 Dec 2008 45,447 miles

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

Pass 22 Dec 2008 45,447 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2007 42,436 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

number plate light not working!

Pass 25 Feb 2006 32,190 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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P490 CPM is a 1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R in Green with a 749cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 P490 CPM, 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 P490 CPM registered?

P490 CPM is a 1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R, first registered on 7 March 1997.

Is P490 CPM safe to buy?

The MOT history for P490 CPM shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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