MOT Status
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42,879 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)
Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)
Front suspension has inadequate damping effect. (2.3.6c)
Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)
Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)
Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)
headlamp masks/converters fitted
Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)
Front Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)
Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)
Front Brake lever pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
headlamp masks/converters fitted
rear tyre has a split
Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)
Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))
Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)
Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
How Reliable is the Kawasaki ZX-7R?
Based on 36,749 MOT tests across 3,673 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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R259 LFV is a 1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R in Multi-colour with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.
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 R259 LFV, 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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How do I check the history of R259 LFV?
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What year was R259 LFV registered?
R259 LFV is a 1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R, first registered on 1 August 1997.
Is R259 LFV safe to buy?
The MOT history for R259 LFV shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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