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R119 DKX

1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R

Red Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Sep 2013
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

23,178 mi
Last recorded23,178 miles
Recorded on19 Sep 2012
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R23,582 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR119 DKX
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-7R
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Sep 2012 23,178 miles

Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)

Fail 18 Sep 2012 23,174 miles

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

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

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

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

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

Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)

Pass 21 Jul 2011 18,950 miles

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

Nearside Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

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

Fail 21 Jul 2011 18,950 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)

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

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

Nearside Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

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

Pass 22 Jul 2010 16,685 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

no registration plate light fitted

slight play in gear linkage pivot

Fail 13 Jul 2010 16,681 miles

Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

no registration plate light fitted

slight play in gear linkage pivot

Pass 23 Feb 2008 16,465 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2007 16,108 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2006 15,320 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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R119 DKX is a 1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R in Red with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 R119 DKX, 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 R119 DKX registered?

R119 DKX is a 1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R, first registered on 1 August 1997.

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