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R803 YBD

1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R

Green Petrol 749cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Oct 2013
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

24,937 mi
Last recorded24,937 miles
Recorded on5 Oct 2012
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R23,582 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR803 YBD
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-7R
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine749cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Oct 2012 24,937 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2011 23,674 miles

Brake lever pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

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

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

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.5.1b)

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

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

clutch lever pivots slightly worn

Pass 24 May 2010 21,510 miles
Pass 12 May 2009 20,878 miles

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

Pass 21 May 2008 20,705 miles
Pass 25 May 2007 19,865 miles
Fail 25 May 2007 19,865 miles

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

Pass 23 May 2006 17,825 miles
Fail 19 May 2006 17,825 miles

Inner Front Brake component has restricted free movement and operation is likely to be impeded (3.2.A1h) DANGEROUS

Inner Front Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2) DANGEROUS

Inner Lower Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3) DANGEROUS

Inner Rear Lower Rear shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.4.A.1c) DANGEROUS

Pass 24 Aug 2005 17,617 miles

possible aftermarket exhaust and reduced size number plate fitted after mot,were removed for test.

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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R803 YBD is a 1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R in Green with a 749cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 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 R803 YBD, 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 R803 YBD registered?

R803 YBD is a 1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R, first registered on 27 August 1997.

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