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PJ03 PVU

2003 Kawasaki ZX-7R

Green Petrol 749cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Jan 2027
Tests22 (14 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

32,668 mi
Last recorded32,668 miles
Recorded on30 Jan 2026
Typical for 2003 Kawasaki ZX-7R13,578 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPJ03 PVU
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-7R
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine749cc

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MOT History

14 pass 8 fail
Pass 30 Jan 2026 32,668 miles

Chain guard missing ()

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 30 Jan 2026 32,668 miles

Chain guard missing ()

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 30 Sep 2024 32,248 miles

Chain guard missing ()

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 30 Sep 2024 32,248 miles

Chain guard missing ()

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Pass 27 Sep 2023 32,003 miles

Chain guard missing ()

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

Fail 27 Sep 2023 32,003 miles

Chain guard missing ()

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

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

Pass 26 Jul 2022 29,872 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2021 27,951 miles

Chain guard missing ()

Gear lever pivot slightly worm

Fail 4 Aug 2021 27,951 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motorcycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (8.1.1 (a))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Chain guard missing ()

Gear lever pivot slightly worm

Pass 22 Sep 2017 27,783 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Fail 22 Sep 2017 27,783 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Horn missing (1.7.1)

Rear Registration plate font not substantially similar to the prescribed font (6.3.4d)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 28 Jun 2016 27,601 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2016 27,601 miles

Rear Registration plate margin less than the minimum requirement (6.3.4g)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 4 Jun 2015 23,942 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Sep 2012 23,017 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

rear footrests missing, still has rear seat

Fail 7 Sep 2012 23,017 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

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

rear footrests missing, still has rear seat

Pass 27 Apr 2011 21,478 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2009 18,966 miles

Numberplate light not working

Pass 1 Nov 2008 16,886 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2007 13,664 miles
Fail 3 Oct 2007 13,664 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 3 May 2006 5,765 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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PJ03 PVU is a 2003 Kawasaki ZX-7R in Green with a 749cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

Across all 2003 Kawasaki ZX-7R models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.1% with a typical mileage of 13,578 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 PJ03 PVU, 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 23 years old, this Kawasaki ZX-7R is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of PJ03 PVU?

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What year was PJ03 PVU registered?

PJ03 PVU is a 2003 Kawasaki ZX-7R, first registered on 1 May 2003.

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