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R694 ABU

1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R

Red Petrol 749cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Mar 2027
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

46,492 mi
Last recorded46,492 miles
Recorded on5 Mar 2026
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R23,582 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR694 ABU
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-7R
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine749cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Mar 2026 46,492 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2024 46,072 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2024 46,072 miles

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

Pass 30 Aug 2023 45,106 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 14 Jul 2022 45,055 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2021 44,655 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2020 44,494 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2016 43,210 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2015 42,495 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 6 Jun 2015 42,495 miles
Pass 31 May 2014 41,687 miles
Pass 23 May 2013 39,955 miles

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

location of tax disc could on full compression of suspension could damage fuel line

Pass 28 May 2012 39,332 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 28 Mar 2008 39,320 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2006 34,131 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2005 29,874 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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R694 ABU is a 1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R in Red with a 749cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 R694 ABU, 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 R694 ABU registered?

R694 ABU is a 1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R, first registered on 15 November 1997.

Is R694 ABU safe to buy?

The MOT history for R694 ABU shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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