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P74 GON

1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R

Green Petrol 749cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jul 2021
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

25,750 mi
Last recorded25,750 miles
Recorded on16 Jul 2020
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R23,582 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP74 GON
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-7R
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine749cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Jul 2020 25,750 miles

Rear Rear reflector obviously incorrectly positioned (4.8.2 (a) (i))

Fail 13 Jul 2020 25,741 miles

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

Rear Registration plate lamp missing in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 7 Jun 2018 25,699 miles

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

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 13 Apr 2017 25,277 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Fail 13 Apr 2017 25,277 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Offside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 2 Apr 2015 24,876 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 21 Feb 2014 24,121 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 22 Oct 2012 23,310 miles

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

Fail 2 Sep 2011 22,207 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 2 Sep 2011 22,207 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2010 19,527 miles

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

Pass 6 Aug 2009 16,129 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2008 13,958 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2007 12,341 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2007 12,341 miles

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

Pass 22 Jul 2006 1,279 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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P74 GON is a 1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R in Green with a 749cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 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 P74 GON, 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

How do I check the history of P74 GON?

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What year was P74 GON registered?

P74 GON is a 1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R, first registered on 21 April 1997.

Is P74 GON safe to buy?

The MOT history for P74 GON shows 16 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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