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P990 SGV

1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R

Black Petrol 749cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Sep 2013
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

20,390 mi
Last recorded20,390 miles
Recorded on19 Sep 2012
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R23,582 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP990 SGV
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-7R
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine749cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Sep 2012 20,390 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2011 19,043 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2010 16,582 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2010 16,547 miles

Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.5.1b)

Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.6)

Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.5.1b)

Steering control handlebar movement restricted by trapped cables (2.1.2c)

Brake component has an inadequate repair (3.1.5) DANGEROUS

Rear mono-shock insecure (2.4.B.4) DANGEROUS

front brake light switch inop

Pass 11 May 2009 13,620 miles

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 3 Mar 2006 13,214 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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P990 SGV is a 1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R in Black with a 749cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 P990 SGV, 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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How do I check the history of P990 SGV?

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What year was P990 SGV registered?

P990 SGV is a 1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R, first registered on 14 June 1997.

Is P990 SGV safe to buy?

The MOT history for P990 SGV shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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