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R287 AMV

1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R

Green Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Oct 2027
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

26,192 mi
Last recorded26,192 miles
Recorded on26 Sep 2026
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R23,582 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR287 AMV
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-7R
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Sep 2026 26,192 miles

Offside Rear Lower Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 25 Oct 2025 26,151 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2024 25,979 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 20 Jun 2020 25,757 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2019 25,606 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2018 25,220 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2017 24,974 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2016 24,280 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2015 23,748 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2015 23,748 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 28 Jun 2014 22,921 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2013 22,289 miles

Exhaust Noisy

Pass 30 Jun 2012 21,572 miles

Anodised brake fitting can fail

Pass 14 Jun 2011 20,774 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 13 May 2010 19,734 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2009 18,511 miles

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

Offside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 24 May 2008 16,118 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2007 15,540 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2007 15,540 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)

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Registration plate delaminated (6.3.1.d)

Pass 27 May 2006 14,848 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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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R287 AMV is a 1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R in Green with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 R287 AMV, 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 R287 AMV registered?

R287 AMV is a 1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R, first registered on 1 September 1997.

Is R287 AMV safe to buy?

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