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R226 FLG

1997 Kawasaki ZX7R

Black Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 May 2015
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

31,886 mi
Last recorded31,886 miles
Recorded on27 May 2014
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki ZX7R24,506 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR226 FLG
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX7R
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc
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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 May 2014 31,886 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Brake master cylinder fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Front Tyre Valve Slightly Perished

Rear Tyre Pressure Low

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

Rear Wheel Cush Drive Rubbers have Slight Free Play

Rear Wheel Sprocket Carrier Bearing has Slight Free Play

Fail 18 May 2014 31,886 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Nearside Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

Front Hydraulic brake control feels spongy (3.1.4a) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i)) DANGEROUS

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Brake master cylinder fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Front Tyre Valve Slightly Perished

Rear Tyre Pressure Low

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

Rear Wheel Cush Drive Rubbers have Slight Free Play

Rear Wheel Sprocket Carrier Bearing has Slight Free Play

Pass 7 May 2013 31,886 miles
Pass 8 May 2012 26,726 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2011 22,607 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

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

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

Pass 21 Apr 2011 22,607 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

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

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

Pass 16 Jun 2009 22,294 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

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

Rear reflector deteriorated but function not impaired (1.4.2a)

Pass 28 Jun 2007 21,825 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2006 20,878 miles

How Reliable is the Kawasaki ZX7R?

Based on 1,982 MOT tests across 235 vehicles.

78.8%
Pass Rate
804
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
235
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

reflector on motorcycle missing 47
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 42
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 25
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 24
Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside 24
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R226 FLG is a 1997 Kawasaki ZX7R in Black with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 1997 Kawasaki ZX7R models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.8% with a typical mileage of 24,506 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Kawasaki ZX7R fails its MOT is reflector on motorcycle missing, accounting for 47 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R226 FLG, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki ZX7R typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 29 years old, this Kawasaki ZX7R is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R226 FLG registered?

R226 FLG is a 1997 Kawasaki ZX7R, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is R226 FLG safe to buy?

The MOT history for R226 FLG shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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