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R204 NRX

1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R

Green Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Oct 2026
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

20,673 mi
Last recorded20,673 miles
Recorded on15 Oct 2025
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R23,582 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR204 NRX
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-7R
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Oct 2025 20,673 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2024 20,175 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2024 20,164 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2022 19,873 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2021 19,704 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2011 18,156 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2011 18,151 miles

Front Horn not working (1.7.3a)

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

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

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

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 30 Jun 2009
Fail 29 Jun 2009 16,961 miles

Registration plate characters incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

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

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct stroke width (6.3.4a)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct width (6.3.4a)

Pass 4 Feb 2008 14,168 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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R204 NRX is a 1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R in Green with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 R204 NRX, 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 R204 NRX registered?

R204 NRX is a 1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R, first registered on 24 November 1997.

Is R204 NRX safe to buy?

The MOT history for R204 NRX shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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