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P511 JWL

1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R

Red Petrol 749cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jun 2019
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

24,606 mi
Last recorded24,606 miles
Recorded on7 Jun 2018
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R23,582 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP511 JWL
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-7R
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine749cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Jun 2018 24,606 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2016 24,136 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Nearside Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Offside Front Brake disc(s) friction surface contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Rear Roller brake test indicates brake effort fall disproportional to brake lever or pedal effort bleed bake and check (3.3.A1c)

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

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

Pass 10 Jun 2015 23,185 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

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

brake calipers would benefit from a service

Pass 9 Apr 2014 22,128 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2012 20,436 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

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

Pass 24 Aug 2007 19,388 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2007 19,388 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 25 Aug 2006 14,975 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2006 17,825 miles

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

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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P511 JWL is a 1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R in Red with a 749cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 P511 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was P511 JWL registered?

P511 JWL is a 1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R, first registered on 31 July 1997.

Is P511 JWL safe to buy?

The MOT history for P511 JWL shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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