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P618 VGN

1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R

Green Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Mar 2022
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

31,212 mi
Last recorded31,212 miles
Recorded on20 Mar 2021
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R23,582 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP618 VGN
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-7R
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Mar 2021 31,212 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2020 30,044 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2018 29,720 miles
Pass 8 May 2017 29,691 miles

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

Pass 8 May 2015 29,473 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2014 28,149 miles

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

Fail 22 Feb 2011 24,945 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 22 Feb 2011 24,945 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2010 23,482 miles
Fail 3 Oct 2009 23,429 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Front Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Drive chain requires lubrication.

Rear wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 31 May 2008 18,676 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2007 9,862 miles

front tyre low

Pass 26 Apr 2006 6,964 miles

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

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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P618 VGN is a 1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R in Green with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 P618 VGN, 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 P618 VGN registered?

P618 VGN is a 1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R, first registered on 7 May 1997.

Is P618 VGN safe to buy?

The MOT history for P618 VGN shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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