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P612 HOC

1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R

Black Petrol 749cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jun 2023
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

1,202 mi
Last recorded1,202 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2022
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R23,582 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP612 HOC
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-7R
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine749cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 23 Jun 2022 1,202 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2021 779 miles
Pass 4 May 2020 749 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2018 324 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 6 Jul 2017 1,571 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2017 1,571 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 22 Aug 2016 1,423 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2016 1,423 miles

Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Indicator tell tale not functioning (1.5.2)

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

Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct width (6.3.4a)

Rear Brake disc(s) cracked (3.2.A1g) DANGEROUS

Pass 2 Jun 2015 460 miles

flasher speed slightly fast no warning light

no rear pegs solo use only

non standard can fitted

Pass 17 Aug 2013

Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)

No lights fitted at time of test

Rear Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Pass 1 Aug 2012 6,926 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 31 Jul 2012 6,921 miles

Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 30 Jul 2011 4,377 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 30 Jul 2011 4,377 miles

Offside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 28 Jul 2010 820 miles

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

Pass 23 Jul 2009 2 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 23 Jul 2009 2 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 7 Apr 2007 40,779 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2006 40,541 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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P612 HOC is a 1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R in Black with a 749cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 P612 HOC, 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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What year was P612 HOC registered?

P612 HOC is a 1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R, first registered on 25 January 1997.

Is P612 HOC safe to buy?

The MOT history for P612 HOC shows 19 tests with a 73.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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