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P589 UDU

1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R

Green Petrol 749cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Apr 2027
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

29,721 mi
Last recorded29,721 miles
Recorded on9 Apr 2026
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R23,582 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP589 UDU
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-7R
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine749cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Apr 2026 29,721 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2026 29,720 miles

Front Headlamp not working on main beam NOT WORKING WHEN HANDLE BARS MOVED DIP OR HIGH BEAM (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 13 Jul 2023 29,592 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2022 28,975 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2021 28,765 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2020 28,552 miles
Pass 16 May 2018 27,921 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2017 27,001 miles

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

Fail 23 Mar 2017 27,001 miles

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

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Rear Locking devices not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride Split Pin missing from rear axle nut (6.2.1h)

Pass 12 Mar 2015 25,938 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2014 22,858 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2013 19,386 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2013 19,386 miles

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

Offside Front Brake pad(s) contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

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

Pass 22 Mar 2012 18,396 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

exhaust repaired

Fail 19 Mar 2012 18,396 miles

Exhaust excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

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

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 24 Mar 2011 16,309 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2010 16,238 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2009 16,175 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2008 16,081 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2007 15,223 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2006 14,497 miles

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

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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P589 UDU is a 1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R in Green with a 749cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 P589 UDU, 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 P589 UDU registered?

P589 UDU is a 1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R, first registered on 18 July 1997.

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The MOT history for P589 UDU shows 21 tests with a 81% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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