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P987 MOL

1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R

Green Petrol 749cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jun 2027
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

32,105 mi
Last recorded32,105 miles
Recorded on1 Jul 2026
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R23,582 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP987 MOL
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-7R
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine749cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Jul 2026 32,105 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2025 31,923 miles
Pass 14 May 2024 31,698 miles
Pass 3 May 2023 31,375 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2022 31,300 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2017 30,265 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 22 Apr 2016 30,149 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 14 May 2013 29,892 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2011 26,949 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2010 25,347 miles

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

Fail 17 Sep 2010 25,347 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

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

Pass 1 May 2008 23,386 miles

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

Fail 1 May 2008 23,386 miles

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

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 24 Apr 2007 21,738 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2006 21,162 miles
Pass 26 May 2006 20,442 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

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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P987 MOL is a 1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R in Green with a 749cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 P987 MOL, 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 P987 MOL registered?

P987 MOL is a 1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R, first registered on 11 June 1997.

Is P987 MOL safe to buy?

The MOT history for P987 MOL shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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