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R75 ECT

1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R

Green Petrol 749cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jan 2026
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

34,895 mi
Last recorded34,895 miles
Recorded on17 Jan 2025
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R23,582 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR75 ECT
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-7R
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine749cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Jan 2025 34,895 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 12 Jun 2021 34,892 miles

horn poor

Pass 28 Feb 2019 34,758 miles

Horn not working properly (7.7 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Aug 2017 34,581 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2017 34,581 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 31 Aug 2016 34,293 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2015 33,935 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2014 33,467 miles

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

Pass 1 Jun 2013 32,418 miles
Pass 4 May 2012 31,101 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 3 Jun 2011 30,201 miles
Pass 28 May 2010 29,113 miles
Fail 21 May 2010 29,093 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 24 Apr 2009 28,557 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2008 27,901 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2007 26,739 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 9 Mar 2006 25,109 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

no rear footrests

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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R75 ECT is a 1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R in Green with a 749cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 R75 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R75 ECT registered?

R75 ECT is a 1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R, first registered on 1 August 1997.

Is R75 ECT safe to buy?

The MOT history for R75 ECT shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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