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P912 CPJ

1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R

Green Petrol 749cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Mar 2015
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

50,886 mi
Last recorded50,886 miles
Recorded on12 Mar 2014
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R23,582 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP912 CPJ
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-7R
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine749cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Mar 2014 50,886 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

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

Pass 20 Sep 2012 50,673 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 16 Sep 2011 49,013 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 19 Jul 2011 48,999 miles

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

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

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

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Registration plate character(s) not correctly formed (6.3.4b)

Registration plate characters laid out in an incorrect format (6.3.4f)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.A1a) DANGEROUS

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 26 Jun 2009 47,127 miles

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

Fail 23 Jun 2009 47,127 miles

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

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

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

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

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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P912 CPJ is a 1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R in Green with a 749cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 P912 CPJ, 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 P912 CPJ registered?

P912 CPJ is a 1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R, first registered on 17 January 1997.

Is P912 CPJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for P912 CPJ shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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