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R559 LSO

1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R

Green Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Oct 2020
Tests12 (7 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate58.3%

Mileage

25,083 mi
Last recorded25,083 miles
Recorded on26 Apr 2019
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R23,582 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR559 LSO
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-7R
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

7 pass 5 fail
Pass 26 Apr 2019 25,083 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2019 25,083 miles

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 20 Jun 2016 25,082 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

Fail 15 Jun 2016 25,082 miles

Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 18 Jul 2014 24,850 miles

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 21 May 2013 41,984 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2008 40,009 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 7 Aug 2008 40,009 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2007 38,071 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 18 Jun 2007 38,071 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2006 34,854 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2006 34,854 miles

Front Front position lamp missing (1.1.1a)

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

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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R559 LSO is a 1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R in Green with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.3%.

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 R559 LSO, 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 R559 LSO registered?

R559 LSO is a 1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R, first registered on 19 September 1997.

Is R559 LSO safe to buy?

The MOT history for R559 LSO shows 12 tests with a 58.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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