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P979 DVJ

1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R

Green Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Sep 2022
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

8,112 mi
Last recorded8,112 miles
Recorded on4 Sep 2021
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R23,582 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP979 DVJ
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-7R
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 4 Sep 2021 8,112 miles

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 13 Dec 2019 7,566 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2018 7,558 miles
Fail 31 Aug 2018 7,558 miles

Rear Brake effort inadequate at a wheel rear break has air in system needs bleeding (1.2.1 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Aug 2017 7,547 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2016 7,538 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2016 75,083 miles

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

Pass 23 Jul 2015 7,500 miles

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

Pass 8 Jul 2014 7,447 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2014 7,447 miles

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

Pass 10 Jul 2013 7,398 miles
Pass 3 May 2012 7,352 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2011 7,281 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2011 7,281 miles

Nearside Rear Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 28 Apr 2010 7,272 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2009 7,224 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2008 6,822 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2008 6,822 miles

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

Pass 12 May 2006 6,134 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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P979 DVJ is a 1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R in Green with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 P979 DVJ, 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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What year was P979 DVJ registered?

P979 DVJ is a 1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R, first registered on 27 March 1997.

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