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P655 SFM

1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R

Black Petrol 749cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Sep 2014
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

21,481 mi
Last recorded21,481 miles
Recorded on3 Sep 2013
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R23,582 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP655 SFM
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-7R
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine749cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Sep 2013 21,481 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 3 Sep 2012 21,239 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 26 Feb 2011 19,146 miles

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Front suspension has slight stiffness in the movement of the suspension. (2.3.6b)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Steering control has reduced clearance at full lock not affecting the riders operation of the controls (2.1.2b)

Pass 26 Feb 2011 19,146 miles

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Front suspension has slight stiffness in the movement of the suspension. (2.3.6b)

Steering control has reduced clearance at full lock not affecting the riders operation of the controls (2.1.2b)

Pass 4 Mar 2010 13,435 miles
Fail 4 Mar 2010 13,435 miles

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

Pass 13 Feb 2008 13,376 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2006 13,085 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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P655 SFM is a 1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R in Black with a 749cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 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 P655 SFM, 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 P655 SFM registered?

P655 SFM is a 1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R, first registered on 24 April 1997.

Is P655 SFM safe to buy?

The MOT history for P655 SFM shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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