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R487 SCU

1997 Kawasaki ZX7R

Green Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Sep 2018
Tests14 (8 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

23,166 mi
Last recorded23,166 miles
Recorded on7 Sep 2017
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki ZX7R24,506 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR487 SCU
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX7R
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

8 pass 6 fail
Pass 7 Sep 2017 23,166 miles

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

Fail 7 Sep 2017 23,166 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Nearside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

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

Pass 5 Aug 2016 20,973 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2015 20,337 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2014 20,300 miles

Offside Outer Rear Brake hose slightly chafed (3.2.B3a)

Fail 29 Jul 2014 20,299 miles

Nearside Outer Front Direction indicator insecure (1.5.3b)

Offside Outer Rear Brake hose is likely to be fouled or trapped by moving parts (3.2.B2c)

Offside Outer Rear Roller brake test indicates brake effort fall disproportional to brake lever or pedal effort (3.3.A1c)

Offside Outer Rear Brake hose fouling (3.2.B3b) DANGEROUS

Offside Outer Rear Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b) DANGEROUS

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b) DANGEROUS

Offside Outer Rear Brake hose slightly chafed (3.2.B3a)

Pass 2 Aug 2013 20,195 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2013 20,187 miles

Exhaust markings indicating not for road use or similar wording (7.1.4)

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

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

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear Roller brake test indicates brake effort rise disproportional to brake lever or pedal effort (3.3.A1c)

Rear wheel spindle securing nut locking device missing (2.4.A.2b)

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

Pass 15 Sep 2008 23,975 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2008 23,975 miles

Front An item not tested (Manual)

Front Brake component has restricted free movement and operation is likely to be impeded (3.2.A1h)

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

Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.6)

Pass 23 Aug 2007 29,311 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2007 29,311 miles

Front Brake component has restricted free movement and operation is likely to be impeded (3.2.A1h)

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

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Clutch fluid very low

Pass 21 Jun 2006 28,869 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Fail 21 Jun 2006 28,869 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick-up is to the offside (1.6.1)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

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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R487 SCU is a 1997 Kawasaki ZX7R in Green with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 R487 SCU, 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 R487 SCU registered?

R487 SCU is a 1997 Kawasaki ZX7R, first registered on 31 December 1997.

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