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R103 ETW

1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R

Green Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jun 2024
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

40,423 mi
Last recorded40,423 miles
Recorded on16 Jun 2023
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R23,582 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR103 ETW
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-7R
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Jun 2023 40,423 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2021 39,773 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2019 39,152 miles
Pass 19 May 2018 37,866 miles
Pass 27 May 2017 36,425 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2015 35,487 miles
Fail 9 Oct 2015 35,487 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Pass 6 Sep 2014 34,682 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 23 Aug 2013 34,367 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2012 33,342 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2011 32,534 miles

Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Fail 16 Aug 2011 32,534 miles

Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 14 Aug 2010 42,006 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 18 Aug 2009 41,205 miles
Fail 26 Aug 2008 39,725 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

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

clutch adjuster missing

Pass 26 Aug 2008 39,725 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

clutch adjuster missing

Pass 16 Apr 2007 34,002 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2007 33,803 miles

Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

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

Pass 15 Mar 2006 27,569 miles

rear light lense neads replaceing soon.

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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R103 ETW is a 1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R in Green with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 R103 ETW, 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

How do I check the history of R103 ETW?

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What year was R103 ETW registered?

R103 ETW is a 1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R, first registered on 23 December 1997.

Is R103 ETW safe to buy?

The MOT history for R103 ETW shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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