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P492 KPU

1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R

Red Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jul 2010
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

34,558 mi
Last recorded34,558 miles
Recorded on11 Jul 2009
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R23,582 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP492 KPU
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-7R
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 11 Jul 2009 34,558 miles

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

Pass 2 Jul 2008 40,430 miles

Chain guard missing

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 30 Jun 2007 31,700 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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P492 KPU is a 1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R in Red with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 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 P492 KPU, 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 P492 KPU registered?

P492 KPU is a 1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R, first registered on 1 March 1997.

Is P492 KPU safe to buy?

The MOT history for P492 KPU shows 3 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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