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P991 SUW

1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R

Multi-colour Petrol 749cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Mar 2022
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

34,957 mi
Last recorded34,957 miles
Recorded on15 Mar 2021
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R23,582 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP991 SUW
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-7R
Year1997
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine749cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Mar 2021 34,957 miles

Central Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 19 Aug 2019 34,956 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 4 Jul 2018 34,882 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2017 34,756 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2016 33,783 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2016 33,783 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 21 Jul 2015 33,565 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2014 33,096 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2013 32,471 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2013 32,471 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 23 Jul 2012 31,577 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2011 30,641 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2010 28,891 miles

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

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

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

Fail 2 Jul 2010 28,863 miles

Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

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

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

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

Pass 5 Aug 2009 26,110 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

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

Fail 5 Aug 2009 26,110 miles

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

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

Pass 8 Aug 2008 22,280 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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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P991 SUW is a 1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R in Multi-colour with a 749cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 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 P991 SUW, 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 P991 SUW registered?

P991 SUW is a 1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R, first registered on 28 May 1997.

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