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P916 SPW

1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R

Black Petrol 749cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Apr 2024
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

40,463 mi
Last recorded40,463 miles
Recorded on6 Apr 2023
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R23,582 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP916 SPW
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-7R
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine749cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 Apr 2023 40,463 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2023 40,463 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Footrest missing (6.2.12 (a))

Pass 6 Sep 2021 40,150 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2012 36,640 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

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

dip beam switch is poor condition.

fairings are poor condition.

indicators not in use.

rear exhaust repair is poor.

Fail 7 Jul 2012 35,988 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

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

rear silencer clamp is poor repair.

Fail 16 Jun 2012 35,629 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Front Brake lever cannot be applied smoothly (3.1.3d)

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

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

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

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

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

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

ignition switch assembly is insecure.

Pass 22 Mar 2011 31,154 miles

Offside Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 22 Jan 2010 27,943 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2008 27,943 miles

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

front brake soft

speedo cable not connected

Pass 18 Jul 2007 26,590 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2007 26,575 miles

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

Pass 4 May 2006 23,771 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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P916 SPW is a 1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R in Black with a 749cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 P916 SPW, 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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P916 SPW is a 1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R, first registered on 2 May 1997.

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