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R117 NSL

1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R

Green Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Sep 2021
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

39,776 mi
Last recorded39,776 miles
Recorded on11 Sep 2020
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R23,582 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR117 NSL
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-7R
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Sep 2020 39,776 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2017 38,669 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2016 35,137 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2009 32,113 miles
Pass 30 May 2008 31,811 miles
Pass 9 May 2007 31,695 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2007 31,695 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Pass 14 Apr 2006 31,384 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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R117 NSL is a 1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R in Green with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 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 R117 NSL, 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

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What year was R117 NSL registered?

R117 NSL is a 1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R, first registered on 1 August 1997.

Is R117 NSL safe to buy?

The MOT history for R117 NSL shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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