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P816 TRH

1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R

Green Petrol 749cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Oct 2026
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

31,364 mi
Last recorded31,364 miles
Recorded on4 Oct 2025
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R23,582 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP816 TRH
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-7R
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine749cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Oct 2025 31,364 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2024 31,361 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Pass 4 Feb 2022 31,338 miles
Pass 11 May 2019 30,981 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2018 30,614 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2017 30,233 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2017 30,233 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

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

Pass 13 Sep 2014 30,182 miles

Front Tyre - Flint in tyre

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Front tyre - Worn uneven

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 26 Sep 2013 29,987 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2012 29,810 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2011 29,600 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2010 29,222 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2009 27,911 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2007 25,561 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2006 25,123 miles

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

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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P816 TRH is a 1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R in Green with a 749cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 P816 TRH, 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 P816 TRH registered?

P816 TRH is a 1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R, first registered on 7 March 1997.

Is P816 TRH safe to buy?

The MOT history for P816 TRH shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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