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R748 AMX

1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R

Green Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Apr 2027
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

16,830 mi
Last recorded16,830 miles
Recorded on23 Apr 2026
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R23,582 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR748 AMX
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-7R
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Apr 2026 16,830 miles

daytime mot

Fail 23 Apr 2026 16,830 miles

All direction indicators missing all 4 (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing (1.1.2 (c))

Pass 31 Jul 2023 16,675 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

No lights fitted daytime use only

Pass 4 Aug 2016 15,827 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 27 Jul 2013 15,510 miles

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

no headlight fitted

no indicators fitted

no side lights fitted

Pass 3 Aug 2010 14,953 miles

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

Pass 17 Apr 2008 12,908 miles
Pass 17 May 2006 12,446 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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R748 AMX is a 1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R in Green with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 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 R748 AMX, 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

How do I check the history of R748 AMX?

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What year was R748 AMX registered?

R748 AMX is a 1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R, first registered on 21 November 1997.

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The MOT history for R748 AMX shows 8 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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