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R658 AWJ

1997 Kawasaki ZX7R

Black Petrol 750cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Feb 2016
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

44,067 mi
Last recorded44,067 miles
Recorded on13 Feb 2015
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki ZX7R24,506 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR658 AWJ
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX7R
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine750cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 13 Feb 2015 44,067 miles
Fail 12 Feb 2015 44,067 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Pass 14 Feb 2014 42,941 miles
Fail 14 Feb 2014 42,941 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Pass 19 Jun 2012 42,063 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2011 39,076 miles

Front Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 27 Jun 2011 39,076 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2010 34,176 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2010 34,176 miles

Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Indicator tell tale not operating correctly (1.5.2)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator affected by the operation of another lamp (1.5.1c)

Offside Rear Direction indicator affected by the operation of another lamp (1.5.1c)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 25 Jun 2009 29,830 miles
Pass 12 May 2008 26,494 miles
Fail 12 May 2008 26,494 miles

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b) DANGEROUS

Pass 17 Jul 2007 26,494 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2006 20,711 miles

How Reliable is the Kawasaki ZX7R?

Based on 1,982 MOT tests across 235 vehicles.

78.8%
Pass Rate
804
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
235
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

reflector on motorcycle missing 47
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 42
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 25
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 24
Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside 24
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R658 AWJ is a 1997 Kawasaki ZX7R in Black with a 750cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

Across all 1997 Kawasaki ZX7R models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.8% with a typical mileage of 24,506 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 ZX7R fails its MOT is reflector on motorcycle missing, accounting for 47 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R658 AWJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki ZX7R typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 29 years old, this Kawasaki ZX7R is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R658 AWJ registered?

R658 AWJ is a 1997 Kawasaki ZX7R, first registered on 31 December 1997.

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The MOT history for R658 AWJ 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.

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