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P512 GBW

1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R

Green Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jan 2019
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

35,418 mi
Last recorded35,418 miles
Recorded on17 Jan 2018
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R23,582 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP512 GBW
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-7R
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Jan 2018 35,418 miles

Nearside Steering control has reduced clearance at full lock not affecting the riders grasp of handlebars (2.1.2b)

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

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

Pass 18 Jan 2017 33,903 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Nearside Steering control has reduced clearance at full lock not affecting the riders operation of the controls (2.1.2b)

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 15 Jan 2016 32,360 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 21 Jan 2015 30,860 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.2.B3a)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 17 Jan 2014 29,207 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.2.B3a)

Pass 22 Jan 2013 27,783 miles

Front Brake pipe slightly chaffed (3.2.B2a)

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

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

Fail 22 Jan 2013 27,781 miles

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

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Locking device(s) not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

Front Brake pipe slightly chaffed (3.2.B2a)

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

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

Pass 29 Jun 2009 27,577 miles

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

Pass 4 Jun 2008 23,682 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Offside Steering control has reduced clearance at full lock not affecting the riders grasp of handlebars (2.1.2b)

Fail 29 May 2008 23,615 miles

Rear Brake cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid (3.2.B1e) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake master cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid (3.2.B1e) DANGEROUS

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Offside Steering control has reduced clearance at full lock not affecting the riders grasp of handlebars (2.1.2b)

slight binding to front brake

slight binding to rear brake

Pass 2 Apr 2007 19,064 miles

Front Brake lever pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

non stanard exhaust fitted

small number plate fitted

Pass 9 May 2006 18,771 miles

non standard exhaust fitted

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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P512 GBW is a 1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R in Green with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 P512 GBW, 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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P512 GBW is a 1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R, first registered on 3 May 1997.

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