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P917 VPP

1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R

Red Petrol 749cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Mar 2024
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

23,721 mi
Last recorded23,721 miles
Recorded on27 Mar 2023
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R23,582 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP917 VPP
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-7R
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine749cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Mar 2023 23,721 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2022 23,109 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2018 23,017 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2018 23,017 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 Feb 2017 21,927 miles

Front Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Fail 21 Feb 2017 21,927 miles

Front Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 2 Jun 2015 20,852 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2014 20,662 miles

front tyre starting to wear irregular

Pass 4 Apr 2013 20,613 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2012 20,453 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2011 20,357 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2009 20,015 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2008 19,787 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2007 19,695 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2006 19,185 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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P917 VPP is a 1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R in Red with a 749cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 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 P917 VPP, 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 P917 VPP registered?

P917 VPP is a 1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R, first registered on 6 June 1997.

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The MOT history for P917 VPP shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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