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R830 FAP

1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R

Green Petrol 749cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jun 2014
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

26,338 mi
Last recorded26,338 miles
Recorded on7 Jun 2013
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R23,582 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR830 FAP
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-7R
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine749cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Jun 2013 26,338 miles

Chain guard missing

No lights fitted at time of test

Pass 29 Jul 2011 23,067 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2010 22,258 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 3 Jul 2010 22,258 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2009 22,129 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2008 21,747 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2007 21,510 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2006 21,050 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

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

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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R830 FAP is a 1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R in Green with a 749cc 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 R830 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R830 FAP registered?

R830 FAP is a 1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R, first registered on 3 October 1997.

Is R830 FAP safe to buy?

The MOT history for R830 FAP 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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