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P81 RPW

1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R

Red Petrol 749cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Mar 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

20,290 mi
Last recorded20,290 miles
Recorded on21 Mar 2026
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R23,582 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP81 RPW
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-7R
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine749cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Mar 2026 20,290 miles

Front Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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 21 Mar 2025 18,087 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2015 18,070 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2014 17,994 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2013 17,865 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 26 Jun 2012 17,767 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2011 17,667 miles

Rear Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 28 Jun 2010 17,580 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Fail 26 Jun 2009 17,479 miles

Outer 1/4 edges of front and rear tyres contaminated with liquid poss silicon, advise removal.

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

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

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Pass 26 Jun 2009 17,479 miles

Outer 1/4 edges of front and rear tyres contaminated with liquid poss silicon, advise removal.

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 1 Jul 2008 17,243 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2007 17,113 miles

O/s Tail Lamp Not working

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

Pass 24 May 2006 16,507 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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P81 RPW is a 1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R in Red with a 749cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 P81 RPW, 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 P81 RPW registered?

P81 RPW is a 1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R, first registered on 22 March 1997.

Is P81 RPW safe to buy?

The MOT history for P81 RPW shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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