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P491 CPM

1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R

Red Petrol 749cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Apr 2011
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

48,260 mi
Last recorded48,260 miles
Recorded on1 May 2010
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R23,582 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP491 CPM
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-7R
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine749cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 May 2010 48,260 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2010 48,250 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Nearside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3) DANGEROUS

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

Lower Fairings insecure but not likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

Pass 9 Apr 2009 48,164 miles

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Fail 7 Apr 2009 48,164 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

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

Fuel system component insecure (7.2.1b) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i)) DANGEROUS

Offside Locking devices not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h) DANGEROUS

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

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Pass 21 May 2008 46,538 miles
Fail 21 May 2008 46,538 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 24 May 2007 40,369 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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P491 CPM is a 1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R in Red with a 749cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 P491 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 P491 CPM registered?

P491 CPM is a 1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R, first registered on 4 April 1997.

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