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P644 MKV

1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R

Black Petrol 749cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 May 2013
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

26,868 mi
Last recorded26,868 miles
Recorded on31 May 2012
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R23,582 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP644 MKV
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-7R
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine749cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 31 May 2012 26,868 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2011 25,708 miles
Fail 11 May 2011 25,704 miles

Front Headlamp insecure (1.2.3b)

Front Steering control fouling between components which interferes with the free movement of the steering (2.1.2a)

Offside Front Steering control has Insufficient clearance at full lock affecting the riders grasp of handlebars (2.1.2b)

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

Rear Stop lamp does not emit a steady light (1.3.1b) DANGEROUS

Front Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 9 Dec 2008 24,525 miles

Chain guard missing

Fail 6 Dec 2008 24,525 miles

Front Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Nearside Front Steering control handlebar movement restricted by taut cables (2.1.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 1 Aug 2007 20,904 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2006 18,757 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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P644 MKV is a 1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R in Black with a 749cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 P644 MKV, 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 P644 MKV registered?

P644 MKV is a 1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R, first registered on 19 February 1997.

Is P644 MKV safe to buy?

The MOT history for P644 MKV shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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