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R275 XJN

1997 Kawasaki ZX7R

Green Petrol 749cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Jul 2027
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

39,452 mi
Last recorded39,452 miles
Recorded on3 Jul 2026
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki ZX7R24,506 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR275 XJN
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX7R
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine749cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 3 Jul 2026 39,452 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 7 Jun 2023 39,427 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2019 39,306 miles

Central Rear Lower Rear reflector obviously incorrectly positioned on no. plate (4.8.2 (a) (i))

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread o/s and n/s top slight cut corner (0.1 (b))

Fail 4 Jul 2019 39,306 miles

Central Rear Lower Rear reflector obviously incorrectly positioned on no. plate (4.8.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right offside kick off high to right (4.1.2 (a))

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread o/s and n/s top slight cut corner (0.1 (b))

Pass 19 May 2018 39,281 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2016 38,831 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2015 38,238 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2014 37,202 miles

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

Pass 21 Jun 2013 35,321 miles

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 16 May 2012 34,390 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2011 33,020 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2010 27,182 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 17 Apr 2009 25,161 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 17 Apr 2009 25,160 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

split pin missing on rear wheel spindle

Fail 25 Mar 2009 25,159 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Offside Steering control has Insufficient clearance at full lock affecting the riders grasp of handlebars (2.1.2b)

Offside Steering control has Insufficient clearance at full lock affecting the riders operation of the controls (2.1.2b)

Pass 23 May 2007 23,333 miles
Fail 23 May 2007 23,333 miles

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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

Fail 6 Nov 2006 23,234 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)

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Rear wheel spindle securing nut locking device missing (2.4.A.2b)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front tyre worn.

Number plate undersize.

Pass 11 Apr 2006 16,041 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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R275 XJN is a 1997 Kawasaki ZX7R in Green with a 749cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 R275 XJN, 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 R275 XJN registered?

R275 XJN is a 1997 Kawasaki ZX7R, first registered on 7 August 1997.

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