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R36 LJK

1997 Kawasaki ZX7R

Black Petrol 749cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Mar 2010
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

15,470 mi
Last recorded15,470 miles
Recorded on18 Mar 2009
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki ZX7R24,506 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR36 LJK
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX7R
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine749cc
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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Mar 2009 15,470 miles

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

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

Fail 27 Dec 2008 15,470 miles

Centre Front Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

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

Centre Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Centre Rear Registration plate character(s) not correctly formed (6.3.4b)

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Offside Front Brake master cylinder fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

front fork seals slight oil leak.

Pass 27 Apr 2007 14,708 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2007 14,702 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) cracked (3.2.A1g)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 23 Sep 2005 11,876 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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R36 LJK is a 1997 Kawasaki ZX7R in Black with a 749cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 R36 LJK, 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 R36 LJK registered?

R36 LJK is a 1997 Kawasaki ZX7R, first registered on 8 October 1997.

Is R36 LJK safe to buy?

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