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R272 OHH

1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R

Red Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Sep 2012
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

3,817 mi
Last recorded3,817 miles
Recorded on10 Aug 2011
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R23,582 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR272 OHH
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-7R
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Aug 2011 3,817 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2010 3,155 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2009 1,287 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2008 647 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2008 624 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

rear chain gaurd condition

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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R272 OHH is a 1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R in Red with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 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 R272 OHH, 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 R272 OHH registered?

R272 OHH is a 1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R, first registered on 21 August 1997.

Is R272 OHH safe to buy?

The MOT history for R272 OHH shows 5 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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