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R748 VAK

1997 Kawasaki ZX7R

Green Petrol 750cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Mar 2020
Tests15 (9 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

36,996 mi
Last recorded36,996 miles
Recorded on28 Mar 2019
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki ZX7R24,506 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR748 VAK
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX7R
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine750cc

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MOT History

9 pass 6 fail
Pass 28 Mar 2019 36,996 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 28 Mar 2019 36,988 miles

Offside Front Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.7 (a) (i))

Offside Front Upper Handlebar fouling on the fuel tank or bodywork on full lock (2.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 1 Aug 2018 36,978 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motorcycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (8.1.1 (a))

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamp(s) (4.7.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Rear All direction indicators obviously incorrectly positioned less than 240mm distance apart (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Nail in tyre ()

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 15 Jul 2017 36,494 miles

slight travel on rear brake lever

Fail 15 Jul 2017 36,494 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

slight travel on rear brake lever

Pass 8 Aug 2016 33,253 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 8 Aug 2016 33,253 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front All position lamps do not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Fail 25 Jun 2016

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Front Throttle has a significant change in engine speed whilst moving the steering from lock to lock (2.1.4) DANGEROUS

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f) DANGEROUS

Pass 10 Mar 2015 30,560 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2012 29,794 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 7 May 2011 18,522 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2009 16,894 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Fail 16 Jul 2009 16,894 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 1 Jul 2008 15,016 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 19 Jun 2006 13,427 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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R748 VAK is a 1997 Kawasaki ZX7R in Green with a 750cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 R748 VAK, 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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R748 VAK is a 1997 Kawasaki ZX7R, first registered on 2 September 1997.

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