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R216 LRH

1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R

Green Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Aug 2026
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

52,641 mi
Last recorded52,641 miles
Recorded on28 Aug 2025
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R23,582 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR216 LRH
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-7R
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Aug 2025 52,641 miles
Pass 27 May 2022 52,583 miles

Indicator tell tale inoperative (4.9.1 (a) (i))

Rear Inner Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 27 May 2022 52,583 miles

Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Drive chain excessively tight, so that it is likely to fail (6.1.7 (k) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Indicator tell tale inoperative (4.9.1 (a) (i))

Rear Inner Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Upper Shock absorber likely to become detached Bolt (5.3.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 20 Apr 2021 52,554 miles

Indicator tell tale inoperative (4.9.1 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Jan 2019 52,369 miles

Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Fail 5 Sep 2018 52,366 miles

Front Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Handlebar fouling on the fuel tank or bodywork on full lock Catching dash display, display also loose (2.1.4 (b))

Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Suspension ball joint worn, but not excessively Shocker bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 12 May 2016 50,943 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2014 48,548 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2013 46,715 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2010 45,937 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 26 Jul 2008 43,027 miles

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 27 Jul 2007 36,470 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2006 33,672 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2005 31,685 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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R216 LRH is a 1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R in Green with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 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 R216 LRH, 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.

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What year was R216 LRH registered?

R216 LRH is a 1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R, first registered on 16 August 1997.

Is R216 LRH safe to buy?

The MOT history for R216 LRH shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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