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P947 HCF

1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R

Black Petrol 749cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Apr 2024
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

34,386 mi
Last recorded34,386 miles
Recorded on15 Apr 2023
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R23,582 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP947 HCF
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-7R
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine749cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Apr 2023 34,386 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 19 Mar 2022 33,829 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 10 Apr 2021 33,134 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2020 32,183 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 4 Oct 2014 32,067 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2013 31,378 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 11 Jul 2009 30,701 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 12 Jul 2008 29,346 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 21 Jul 2007 27,107 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 15 Jul 2006 25,508 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2005 24,519 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2005 24,489 miles

Front Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Front Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

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

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

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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P947 HCF 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 91.7%.

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 P947 HCF, 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 P947 HCF registered?

P947 HCF is a 1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R, first registered on 25 April 1997.

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