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R31 NBV

1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R

Green Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Aug 2027
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

17,974 mi
Last recorded17,974 miles
Recorded on25 Jul 2026
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R23,582 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR31 NBV
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-7R
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Jul 2026 17,974 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 2 Aug 2025 17,859 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2024 17,489 miles

Chain runner slight loose

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 13 May 2023 16,533 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2021 16,523 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2020 16,380 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2020 16,380 miles

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 17 Jul 2019 16,179 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2019 16,176 miles

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))

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

Pass 21 Jun 2018 15,948 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2017 15,926 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2016 15,809 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2015 15,475 miles
Pass 13 May 2014 15,139 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2013 14,887 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2013 14,850 miles

Rear position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.3b)

Pass 12 Mar 2012 14,606 miles

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

Pass 30 Sep 2010 14,185 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2009 13,800 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2005 11,974 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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R31 NBV 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 85%.

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 R31 NBV, 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 R31 NBV registered?

R31 NBV is a 1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R, first registered on 3 September 1997.

Is R31 NBV safe to buy?

The MOT history for R31 NBV shows 20 tests with a 85% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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