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P524 UHY

1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R

Black Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Nov 2016
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

37,633 mi
Last recorded37,633 miles
Recorded on14 Nov 2015
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R23,582 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP524 UHY
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-7R
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Nov 2015 37,633 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2014 36,870 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2013 35,224 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2012 32,893 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2011 30,248 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 6 Oct 2011 30,248 miles

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

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

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 10 Sep 2010 30,228 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

chain guard missing

Fail 2 Sep 2010 30,228 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Indicator tell tale not functioning (1.5.2)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

chain guard missing

Pass 21 May 2009 30,170 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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P524 UHY is a 1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R in Black with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 P524 UHY, 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 P524 UHY registered?

P524 UHY is a 1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R, first registered on 3 February 1997.

Is P524 UHY safe to buy?

The MOT history for P524 UHY shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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