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R601 KCA

1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R

Red Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Sep 2013
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

42,877 mi
Last recorded42,877 miles
Recorded on19 Sep 2012
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R23,582 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR601 KCA
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-7R
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Sep 2012 42,877 miles

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

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

Fail 19 Sep 2012 42,877 miles

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

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 18 Jun 2011 38,067 miles

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

Pass 31 May 2010 36,202 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 1 Jun 2009 34,656 miles

Nearside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 30 May 2008 30,438 miles
Fail 27 May 2008 30,436 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Stop lamp does not emit a steady light (1.3.1b)

Pass 31 Mar 2007 25,365 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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R601 KCA is a 1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R in Red with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 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 R601 KCA, 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 R601 KCA registered?

R601 KCA is a 1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is R601 KCA safe to buy?

The MOT history for R601 KCA shows 8 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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