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R734 ECA

1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R

Black Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jun 2017
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

Typical for 1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R23,582 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR734 ECA
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-7R
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 Jul 2016
Pass 30 May 2015 3,094 miles
Pass 29 May 2014 2,278 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2013 29,195 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 3 Jun 2013 29,195 miles
Pass 19 May 2012 26,959 miles

Chain guard missing

Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.5.1b)

Pass 31 May 2011 23,858 miles

chain guard missing

Fail 26 May 2010 20,918 miles

Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

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

Registration plate background overprinted or shadowed with text (6.3.1e)

Registration plate character(s) not correctly formed (6.3.4b)

Registration plate characters laid out in an incorrect format (6.3.4f)

Registration plate font not substantially similar to the prescribed font (6.3.4d)

Registration plate margin less than the minimum requirement (6.3.4g)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct width (6.3.4a)

Pass 26 May 2010 20,918 miles
Pass 2 May 2009 17,624 miles

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Fail 18 Apr 2009 17,619 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

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

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Rear Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

Pass 25 Mar 2008 16,786 miles

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

Pass 24 Mar 2007 15,840 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2005 15,228 miles
Fail 15 Dec 2005 15,228 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.2)

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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R734 ECA is a 1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R in Black with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 R734 ECA, 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 R734 ECA registered?

R734 ECA is a 1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R, first registered on 4 August 1997.

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