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no lights fitted
no lights fitted at time of test
Headlamp masks/converters fitted
Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)
Headlamp masks/converters fitted
Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)
Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)
beam breaker fitted to headlamp
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))
Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)
rear brake binding slightly
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))
Front Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.2)
Nearside Front Headlamp aim beam image kick-up is to the offside (1.6.1)
How Reliable is the Kawasaki ZX-7R?
Based on 36,749 MOT tests across 3,673 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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R557 SCH is a 1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R in Green with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.
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 R557 SCH, 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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How do I check the history of R557 SCH?
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What year was R557 SCH registered?
R557 SCH is a 1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R, first registered on 14 August 1997.
Is R557 SCH safe to buy?
The MOT history for R557 SCH shows 14 tests with a 64.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does R557 SCH have outstanding finance?
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