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P963 KOL

1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R

Black Petrol 749cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Apr 2027
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

41,949 mi
Last recorded41,949 miles
Recorded on7 Apr 2026
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R23,582 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP963 KOL
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-7R
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine749cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Apr 2026 41,949 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2020 41,696 miles

Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 31 May 2018 41,035 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2016 40,413 miles

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

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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

Pass 29 Apr 2015 40,036 miles

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

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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

Pass 29 Apr 2014 38,610 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2013 36,659 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2007 36,400 miles
Fail 11 Oct 2007 36,400 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 13 Oct 2006 35,476 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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P963 KOL is a 1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R in Black with a 749cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 P963 KOL, 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 P963 KOL registered?

P963 KOL is a 1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R, first registered on 25 March 1997.

Is P963 KOL safe to buy?

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