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P857 MJW

1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R

Green Petrol 749cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Aug 2024
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

19,077 mi
Last recorded19,077 miles
Recorded on15 Aug 2023
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R23,582 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP857 MJW
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-7R
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine749cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Aug 2023 19,077 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2022 19,062 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2021 19,048 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2019 18,951 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2018 18,739 miles
Pass 4 May 2016 18,480 miles
Pass 10 May 2013 18,365 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 10 Apr 2012 18,299 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2012 18,299 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Pass 23 Sep 2010 14,379 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2009 14,229 miles

Centre Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

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

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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P857 MJW is a 1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R in Green with a 749cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 P857 MJW, 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 P857 MJW registered?

P857 MJW is a 1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R, first registered on 20 July 1997.

Is P857 MJW safe to buy?

The MOT history for P857 MJW shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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