CarVerify

Free Car Check

P490 GAN

1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R

Red Petrol 748cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Apr 2013
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

45,202 mi
Last recorded45,202 miles
Recorded on14 Apr 2012
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R23,582 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Kawasaki
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £14.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationP490 GAN
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-7R
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Apr 2012 45,202 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2009 44,717 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Front Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 24 Jan 2008 44,280 miles
Pass 4 May 2006 38,490 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2006 38,481 miles

Front Brake hose is likely to be fouled or trapped by moving parts (3.2.B2c)

Nearside Front Footrest missing (6.2.1a)

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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
Full Kawasaki ZX-7R reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

P490 GAN is a 1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R in Red with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 GAN, 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

How do I check the history of P490 GAN?

You can check the full history of P490 GAN by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was P490 GAN registered?

P490 GAN is a 1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R, first registered on 22 February 1997.

Is P490 GAN safe to buy?

The MOT history for P490 GAN shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does P490 GAN have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on P490 GAN. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.