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R496 TOK

1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R

Green Petrol 749cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Sep 2018
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

31,535 mi
Last recorded31,535 miles
Recorded on19 Sep 2017
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R23,582 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR496 TOK
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-7R
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine749cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 Sep 2017 31,535 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2017 31,535 miles

Offside Motorcycle structure adversely modified (6.1.1b)

Pass 18 Jun 2016 31,511 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2016 31,511 miles

Front position lamp insecure (1.1.1c)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 9 Apr 2015 25,747 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2014 22,244 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2013 19,819 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2013 19,812 miles

Inner Rear Upper Registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

Pass 16 Jan 2012 18,737 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2009 17,729 miles

Offside Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Offside Motorcycle structure slightly damaged (6.1.1a)

Pass 7 Aug 2007 16,584 miles
Fail 20 May 2006 15,959 miles

Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.2)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 20 May 2006 15,959 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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R496 TOK 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 69.2%.

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 R496 TOK, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R496 TOK registered?

R496 TOK is a 1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R, first registered on 26 September 1997.

Is R496 TOK safe to buy?

The MOT history for R496 TOK shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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