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R331 UOT

1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R

Green Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 May 2026
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

23,016 mi
Last recorded23,016 miles
Recorded on10 May 2025
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R23,582 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR331 UOT
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-7R
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 10 May 2025 23,016 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Pass 19 Mar 2022 22,840 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2022 22,819 miles

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 5 Sep 2020 21,627 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2020 21,627 miles

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake component modification unsafe master cylinder feed pipe kinked (1.1.21 (d) (i))

Registration plate lamp missing in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 12 Aug 2019 21,456 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2018 21,280 miles

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

Fail 17 Jul 2018 21,280 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

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

Front Wheel bearing so rough it is likely to overheat or break up (5.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Direction indicator insecure (4.4.1 (c) (i))

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

Fail 30 May 2014 20,714 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 30 May 2014 20,714 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2013 20,204 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2012 20,129 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

handlebar twist grips poor

Pass 25 Jun 2011 19,764 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 16 Jun 2010 19,221 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

tyres worn in need of replacement

Pass 13 Jun 2009 16,784 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Fail 11 Jun 2008 15,498 miles

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

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 11 Jun 2008 15,498 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 2 Jun 2007 14,744 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2006 14,295 miles

Rear Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

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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R331 UOT is a 1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R in Green with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 R331 UOT, 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 R331 UOT registered?

R331 UOT is a 1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R, first registered on 1 August 1997.

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