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R804 YNG

1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R

Green Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 May 2026
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

13,738 mi
Last recorded13,738 miles
Recorded on7 May 2025
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R23,582 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR804 YNG
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-7R
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 May 2025 13,738 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 22 Apr 2024 13,646 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 19 Apr 2023 13,221 miles

aftermarket exhaust fitted

Pass 5 Apr 2022 12,798 miles

Exhaust noisy aftermarket silencer fitted (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 14 Apr 2021 12,462 miles

Exhaust noisy aftermarket silencer fitted (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 18 Jun 2020 12,241 miles

Offside Front Footrest slightly loose (6.2.12 (a))

Fail 1 Jun 2020 12,241 miles

Rear Registration plate lamp missing in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 1 Apr 2019 12,180 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2017 12,081 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2017 12,081 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Front Direction indicator insecure (1.5.3b)

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Pass 28 Aug 2009 10,401 miles
Fail 25 Aug 2009 10,401 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

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

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Pass 19 Aug 2008 8,545 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.5.1b)

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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R804 YNG is a 1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R in Green with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 R804 YNG, 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 R804 YNG registered?

R804 YNG is a 1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R, first registered on 8 August 1997.

Is R804 YNG safe to buy?

The MOT history for R804 YNG shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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