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PL03 HZH

2003 Kawasaki ZX-7R

Green Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 May 2014
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

16,562 mi
Last recorded16,562 miles
Recorded on18 Jun 2014
Typical for 2003 Kawasaki ZX-7R13,578 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPL03 HZH
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-7R
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Fail 18 Jun 2014 16,562 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 low (1.6)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Offside Front Brake disc(s) friction surface contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

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

Rear position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.3b)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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

Stop lamp affected by the operation of another lamp (1.3.2)

Front sprocket cover missing

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 24 May 2013 14,535 miles

rear brake pivot pin replaced with a nut and bolt which is fouling on the exhaust

Fail 9 May 2013 14,521 miles

Front suspension has inadequate damping effect. (2.3.6c)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Rear Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

rear brake pivot pin replaced with nut and bolt and fouling exhaust

Pass 17 May 2012 13,795 miles

advise + all lights have been disconected/taped up , this machine is only to be used in the daytime hence daylight mot only

Fail 9 May 2012 13,792 miles

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Registration plate characters laid out in an incorrect format (6.3.4f)

Direction indicators affected by the operation of another lamp (1.5.1c) DANGEROUS

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.3b) DANGEROUS

Pass 26 Apr 2011 12,398 miles

No lights fitted at time of test

Pass 6 May 2010 11,754 miles

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

No lights fitted at time of test

only to be used during daylight hours, and not at times of seriously reduced visibility.

Fail 20 Mar 2009 10,567 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 20 Mar 2009 10,567 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2006 5,348 miles

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

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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PL03 HZH is a 2003 Kawasaki ZX-7R in Green with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 PL03 HZH, 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.

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What year was PL03 HZH registered?

PL03 HZH is a 2003 Kawasaki ZX-7R, first registered on 6 June 2003.

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