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R552 JDG

1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R

Green Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jul 2027
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

34,108 mi
Last recorded34,108 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2026
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R23,582 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR552 JDG
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-7R
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 Jul 2026 34,108 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2025 33,941 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 27 Oct 2023 33,709 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2022 33,365 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2021 33,190 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2020 32,746 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Upper Shock absorber has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 15 Oct 2020 32,728 miles

Nearside Rear Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (b))

Offside Rear Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (b))

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Upper Shock absorber has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 8 Oct 2019 31,527 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2018 30,734 miles

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

Pass 14 Oct 2017 29,624 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2016 27,863 miles

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

Pass 17 Oct 2015 26,945 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 2 Jul 2009 26,717 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2008 25,247 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2007 24,037 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2006 21,036 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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R552 JDG is a 1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R in Green with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 R552 JDG, 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 R552 JDG registered?

R552 JDG is a 1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R, first registered on 20 October 1997.

Is R552 JDG safe to buy?

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