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P676 SFM

1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R

Red Petrol 749cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Apr 2023
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

41,032 mi
Last recorded41,032 miles
Recorded on18 Mar 2022
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R23,582 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP676 SFM
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-7R
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine749cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Mar 2022 41,032 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 1 Apr 2021 39,108 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 24 Mar 2020 38,148 miles

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 23 Mar 2019 35,967 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 23 Mar 2019 35,967 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 7 Apr 2018 32,408 miles

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

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 31 Mar 2018 32,390 miles

Front Brake disc(s) cracked (3.2.A1g)

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

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 25 Mar 2017 30,376 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2017 30,675 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 19 Mar 2016 28,195 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2015 24,132 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2014 19,842 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2013 16,003 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 19 May 2006 14,389 miles

Exhaust pipe is a race silencer fitted with a baffle at the time of testing.

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Fail 18 May 2006 14,384 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Rear shock absorber insecurely mounted (2.4.A.3b)

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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P676 SFM is a 1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R in Red with a 749cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 P676 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was P676 SFM registered?

P676 SFM is a 1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R, first registered on 9 May 1997.

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