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P615 HOC

1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R

Green Petrol 749cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Apr 2027
Tests24 (18 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

76,757 mi
Last recorded76,757 miles
Recorded on20 Apr 2026
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R23,582 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP615 HOC
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-7R
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine749cc

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MOT History

18 pass 6 fail
Pass 20 Apr 2026 76,757 miles

Front Position lamp incorrect colour (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Apr 2025 76,287 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Position lamp incorrect colour faded (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Fail 22 Apr 2025 76,287 miles

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Registration plate incorrect (0.1 (c))

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Position lamp incorrect colour faded (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Stop lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning faded (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Aug 2020 73,275 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2019 67,366 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 17 Aug 2019 67,339 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motorcycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (8.1.1 (a))

Wheel more than one fixing missing split pin missing (5.2.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 16 Aug 2018 61,664 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2018 61,664 miles

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Registration plate incorrect Too small lettering and background (0.1 (c))

Pass 21 Aug 2017 58,879 miles

Offside Coolant leak from thermostat housing ()

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

Pass 14 Sep 2016 56,858 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2015 50,741 miles

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

Pass 24 Oct 2014 46,925 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2013 42,532 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2012 40,224 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2011 37,492 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2010 33,263 miles

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 25 Sep 2010 33,263 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2009 29,253 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2008 27,034 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2008 27,034 miles

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

Pass 17 Sep 2007 25,535 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2006 23,427 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2006 23,427 miles

Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.6)

Pass 5 Oct 2005 22,187 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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P615 HOC is a 1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R in Green with a 749cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 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 P615 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 P615 HOC registered?

P615 HOC is a 1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R, first registered on 31 January 1997.

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