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R74 ECT

1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R

Green Petrol 749cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Oct 2022
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

24,584 mi
Last recorded24,584 miles
Recorded on8 Oct 2021
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R23,582 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR74 ECT
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-7R
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine749cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Oct 2021 24,584 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 8 Oct 2021 24,584 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 26 Apr 2019 23,226 miles
Pass 3 May 2018 23,082 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2017 21,900 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2016 21,056 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2015 20,711 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2014 20,491 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2012 19,864 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2011 19,347 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

O/S/R indicator lens damaged

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

Fail 3 Oct 2011 19,347 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Nearside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

O/S/R indicator lens damaged

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

Pass 5 May 2010 18,316 miles
Fail 5 May 2010 18,316 miles

Front Front mudguard insecure (2.3.7)

Pass 27 Mar 2007 17,769 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2006 15,725 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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R74 ECT is a 1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R in Green with a 749cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 R74 ECT, 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.

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What year was R74 ECT registered?

R74 ECT is a 1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R, first registered on 28 August 1997.

Is R74 ECT safe to buy?

The MOT history for R74 ECT shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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