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P832 RUR

1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R

Green Petrol 749cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jul 2018
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

25,692 mi
Last recorded25,692 miles
Recorded on5 Jul 2017
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R23,582 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP832 RUR
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-7R
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine749cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Jul 2017 25,692 miles

Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit front pads close too limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Exhaust noisy slightly noisy exhaust (7.1.2)

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion front left leg weeping oil (2.3.3)

Tyre worn close to the legal limit front tyre close too legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

this mot certificate is only valid during hours of daylight and clear visibility

Fail 10 Jun 2017 25,671 miles

Rear suspension bush has excessive free play all bushes (2.4.A2a(i))

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Steering control has reduced clearance at full lock not affecting the riders grasp of handlebars (2.1.2b)

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

all 3 brake dics slight pitting in places

front inner pads getting low

no lights fitted at time of testing

no mirrors fitted

Pass 28 Mar 2014 20,799 miles

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

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

Fail 22 Mar 2014 20,756 miles

Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

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

front pad retaining pin incorrect but pad secure

Pass 9 Nov 2012 19,909 miles
Pass 10 May 2011 19,748 miles

Please be advised Front brake pad retaining bolt has been exchanged with split pins, pads secure but not manufactures required replacement

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

Pass 28 Apr 2010 17,322 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Fail 15 Jul 2006 16,991 miles

Front All position lamps do not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Front Headlamp aim too high (hotspot centre above the horizontal 0% line) (1.6.1)

Nearside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Nearside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Nearside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Offside Front Brake disc(s) friction surface contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Offside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Offside Front Handlebar deformed (2.1.1b)

Rear Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the steering (2.5.1)

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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P832 RUR is a 1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R in Green with a 749cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 P832 RUR, 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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P832 RUR is a 1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R, first registered on 18 March 1997.

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