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P838 ORJ

1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R

Red Petrol 749cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 May 2011
Tests9 (5 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

17,482 mi
Last recorded17,482 miles
Recorded on21 May 2010
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R23,582 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP838 ORJ
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-7R
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine749cc

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MOT History

5 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 May 2010 17,482 miles
Fail 21 May 2010 17,482 miles

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

Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Steering movement excessively stiff with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Pass 12 May 2009 14,252 miles
Fail 12 May 2009 14,252 miles

Exhaust markings indicating not for road use or similar wording (7.1.4)

Offside Handlebar deformed (2.1.1b)

Pass 28 Apr 2008 13,851 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2007 13,790 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2007 13,790 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 30 Mar 2006 12,542 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2006 12,542 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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

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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P838 ORJ is a 1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R in Red with a 749cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

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 P838 ORJ, 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 P838 ORJ?

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What year was P838 ORJ registered?

P838 ORJ is a 1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R, first registered on 7 June 1997.

Is P838 ORJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for P838 ORJ shows 9 tests with a 55.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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