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P948 NKM

1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R

Black Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jun 2023
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

11,810 mi
Last recorded11,810 miles
Recorded on28 May 2022
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R23,582 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP948 NKM
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-7R
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 May 2022 11,810 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2021 11,639 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2019 11,518 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2018 10,920 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2018 10,920 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 27 Mar 2010 16,330 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

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

Pass 20 May 2008 14,753 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

Fail 28 Apr 2007 14,164 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 28 Apr 2007 14,164 miles

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

Pass 14 Jan 2006 13,383 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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P948 NKM is a 1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R in Black with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 P948 NKM, 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 P948 NKM registered?

P948 NKM is a 1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R, first registered on 9 June 1997.

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