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R757 VAW

1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R

Red Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jun 2013
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

9,466 mi
Last recorded9,466 miles
Recorded on8 Jun 2012
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R23,582 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR757 VAW
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-7R
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Jun 2012 9,466 miles
Pass 9 May 2011 6,960 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 11 Aug 2010 6,872 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2009 6,654 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2008 6,108 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2007 5,503 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2007 5,491 miles

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

Front Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.6)

Pass 25 Jul 2006 5,081 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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R757 VAW is a 1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R in Red 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 R757 VAW, 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 R757 VAW?

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What year was R757 VAW registered?

R757 VAW is a 1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R, first registered on 13 August 1997.

Is R757 VAW safe to buy?

The MOT history for R757 VAW 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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