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R396 NTF

1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R

Green Petrol 749cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Mar 2015
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

28,409 mi
Last recorded28,409 miles
Recorded on24 Mar 2014
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R23,582 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Kawasaki
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR396 NTF
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-7R
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine749cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Mar 2014 28,409 miles

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

rear caliper sticking slightly

Fail 24 Mar 2014 28,409 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.A1a)

Nearside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

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

rear caliper sticking slightly

Pass 4 Mar 2013 27,496 miles
Fail 29 Feb 2012 27,864 miles

Front Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 29 Feb 2012 27,864 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2011 27,532 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2010 27,037 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2009 25,938 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2008 25,567 miles

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 10 Jul 2008 25,567 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2007 23,733 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2006 22,766 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2005 21,534 miles

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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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R396 NTF is a 1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R in Green with a 749cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 R396 NTF, 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 R396 NTF registered?

R396 NTF is a 1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R, first registered on 10 October 1997.

Is R396 NTF safe to buy?

The MOT history for R396 NTF shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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