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P54 OHJ

1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R

Red Petrol 749cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Oct 2015
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

28,708 mi
Last recorded28,708 miles
Recorded on4 Oct 2014
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R23,582 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP54 OHJ
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-7R
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine749cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Oct 2014 28,708 miles

Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

gearchange linkage worn

Pass 26 Jul 2013 28,706 miles

Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

gear link pivot worn

Fail 25 Jul 2013 28,706 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

gear link pivot worn

Pass 27 Aug 2011 27,935 miles

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

no fairing fitted at time of test

Fail 27 Aug 2011 27,935 miles

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

no fairing fitted at time of test

Pass 26 Aug 2010 25,978 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

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

Pass 6 May 2009 25,268 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 12 May 2008 24,092 miles

Lower rear mono shock linkage has slight play. Slight sideways movement on bottom mono shock bush.

Speedo cable pulls slightly tight on right hand lock

Pass 30 Mar 2007 23,080 miles

non standard exhaust fitted

small number plate fitted

Pass 12 Mar 2006 21,124 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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P54 OHJ is a 1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R in Red with a 749cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 P54 OHJ, 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

How do I check the history of P54 OHJ?

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What year was P54 OHJ registered?

P54 OHJ is a 1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R, first registered on 29 March 1997.

Is P54 OHJ safe to buy?

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