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P509 JWL

1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R

Green Petrol 749cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Oct 2015
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

16,019 mi
Last recorded16,019 miles
Recorded on10 Oct 2014
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R23,582 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP509 JWL
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-7R
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine749cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Oct 2014 16,019 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2013 15,763 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2012 15,443 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2011 14,577 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2010 11,726 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2009 10,749 miles

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

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

Pass 12 Jun 2009 10,749 miles

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Pass 29 May 2008 10,617 miles
Pass 26 May 2007 10,233 miles
Pass 8 May 2006 9,956 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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P509 JWL is a 1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R in Green with a 749cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 P509 JWL, 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 P509 JWL registered?

P509 JWL is a 1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R, first registered on 14 July 1997.

Is P509 JWL safe to buy?

The MOT history for P509 JWL shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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