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P788 WOU

1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R

Black Petrol 749cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Oct 2018
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

25,824 mi
Last recorded25,824 miles
Recorded on14 Oct 2017
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R23,582 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP788 WOU
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-7R
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine749cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 Oct 2017 25,824 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 16 Nov 2016 25,637 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2015 25,196 miles

Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Fail 30 Jul 2015 25,196 miles

Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Rear wheel spindle securing nut locking device missing (2.4.A.2b)

Pass 5 Feb 2014 24,701 miles

front brake binding slightly

l/h fork seal slight oil weep

Fail 5 Feb 2014 24,701 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

front brake binding slightly

l/h fork seal slight oil weep

Pass 25 Aug 2011 24,022 miles
Fail 12 May 2010 23,214 miles

Rear Exhaust mounting does not fully support the exhaust system (7.1.1.c)

Pass 12 May 2010 23,214 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2008 22,879 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2007 22,876 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2006 22,178 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Fail 8 Apr 2006 22,047 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Front Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

head light aim slightly to high

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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P788 WOU is a 1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R in Black with a 749cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 P788 WOU, 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 P788 WOU registered?

P788 WOU is a 1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R, first registered on 20 June 1997.

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