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R829 FAP

1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R

Green Petrol 749cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Nov 2020
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

47,800 mi
Last recorded47,800 miles
Recorded on3 May 2019
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R23,582 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR829 FAP
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-7R
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine749cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 May 2019 47,800 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2018 46,097 miles

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

Pass 29 Apr 2017 43,399 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2017 43,389 miles

Front Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Pass 22 Apr 2016 41,223 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Fail 22 Apr 2016 41,223 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 17 May 2014 37,615 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2012 36,379 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2011 34,792 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2011 34,789 miles

Front Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Rear Brake hose excessively chafed (3.2.B3a)

Pass 16 Jul 2010 32,849 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2009 31,567 miles

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

Fail 20 Mar 2009 31,531 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates brake effort rise disproportional to brake lever or pedal effort (3.3.A1c)

Pass 7 Sep 2007 29,319 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2006 26,631 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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R829 FAP 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 73.3%.

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 R829 FAP, 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 R829 FAP registered?

R829 FAP is a 1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R, first registered on 3 October 1997.

Is R829 FAP safe to buy?

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