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R130 SKW

1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R

Green Petrol 749cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Aug 2024
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

29,963 mi
Last recorded29,963 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2023
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R23,582 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR130 SKW
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-7R
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine749cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 7 Aug 2023 29,963 miles

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

Pass 8 Aug 2022 29,754 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2021 29,639 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2020 29,461 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2019 28,567 miles

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

Pass 29 Mar 2018 27,228 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2017 25,862 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Rear suspension bush deteriorated but not excessively (2.4.A2a(i))

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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R130 SKW is a 1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R in Green with a 749cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 R130 SKW, 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 R130 SKW?

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What year was R130 SKW registered?

R130 SKW is a 1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is R130 SKW safe to buy?

The MOT history for R130 SKW shows 7 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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