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R286 SKW

1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R

Green Petrol 749cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jun 2025
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

26,618 mi
Last recorded26,618 miles
Recorded on3 Jun 2024
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R23,582 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR286 SKW
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-7R
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine749cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Jun 2024 26,618 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 2 Jun 2023 25,537 miles

Nearside Rear Chain guard missing ()

Offside Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 30 May 2022 24,933 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2021 24,647 miles

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 30 May 2020 23,859 miles

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 30 May 2020 23,859 miles

Front Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.7 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 1 Jun 2016 22,562 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

Fail 1 Jun 2016 22,552 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

Pass 4 Apr 2015 20,216 miles

Chain guard missing

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 2 Apr 2014 17,880 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Fail 1 Apr 2014 17,873 miles

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Rear Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Rear Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Pass 30 Mar 2013 16,695 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2013 16,695 miles

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 5 Sep 2011 45,565 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2010 10,690 miles

Nearside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 20 Apr 2006 10,677 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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R286 SKW is a 1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R in Green with a 749cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 R286 SKW, 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 R286 SKW registered?

R286 SKW is a 1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R, first registered on 16 September 1997.

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