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R576 TLW

1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R

Green Petrol 899cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Aug 2023
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

554 mi
Last recorded554 miles
Recorded on20 Aug 2022
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R23,582 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR576 TLW
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-7R
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine899cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Aug 2022 554 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2021 524 miles

Dipswitch does not operate immediately when selected on dipped beam When selecting dipped beam main beamn comes on. (4.1.3 (b))

Dipswitch does not operate immediately when selected on main beam When selecting main beam dipped beam comes on. (4.1.3 (b))

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Headlamp aim not tested Due to headlight switching being incorrect. (4.1.2 (b))

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Rear Stop lamp not working Brake light not working when rear brake applied. (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Indicator tell tale inoperative (4.9.1 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Oct 2019 59 miles

Indicator tell tale inoperative On instrument panel (4.9.1 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Aug 2015 1 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2014 24,755 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 19 Apr 2014 24,755 miles

Front Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

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

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 13 Oct 2012 24,755 miles

Bike presented for test without rear footrests fitted - not required, as fitted with rear seat cover.

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 6 Apr 2011 23,674 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2010 22,155 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

offside crash bobbin insecure

Fail 2 Apr 2009 20,000 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Pass 2 Apr 2009 20,000 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2007 7,360 miles

daylight use only test !

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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R576 TLW is a 1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R in Green with a 899cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 R576 TLW, 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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What year was R576 TLW registered?

R576 TLW is a 1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R, first registered on 6 August 1997.

Is R576 TLW safe to buy?

The MOT history for R576 TLW shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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