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P56 HTO

1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R

Green Petrol 749cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jun 2024
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

31,691 mi
Last recorded31,691 miles
Recorded on9 Jun 2023
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R23,582 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP56 HTO
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-7R
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine749cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Jun 2023 31,691 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

no lights fitted at time of test

Pass 7 Jun 2022 31,517 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2020 31,288 miles

engine runing lumply

Pass 31 May 2019 31,170 miles

Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Clutch lever shortened (6.2.7 (b))

Rear All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 11 Dec 2017 30,746 miles
Fail 20 Nov 2017 30,737 miles

Throttle operating incorrectly Will not return to stop automatically (6.2.1f)

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 23 Apr 2011 30,509 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2009 30,158 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Fail 4 Apr 2009 30,158 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Fail 4 Aug 2007 29,768 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 4 Aug 2007 29,768 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2006 26,824 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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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P56 HTO is a 1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R in Green with a 749cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 P56 HTO, 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 P56 HTO registered?

P56 HTO is a 1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R, first registered on 17 June 1997.

Is P56 HTO safe to buy?

The MOT history for P56 HTO shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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