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R838 LNP

1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R

Green Petrol 749cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jun 2019
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

27,991 mi
Last recorded27,991 miles
Recorded on11 Jun 2018
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R23,582 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR838 LNP
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-7R
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine749cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Jun 2018 27,991 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2018 27,951 miles

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamp(s) (4.7.2 (a))

Pass 10 Jun 2016 27,588 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 13 Mar 2014 27,257 miles

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

Fail 13 Mar 2014 27,257 miles

Front Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

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

Pass 8 Jul 2013 27,170 miles

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

Pass 17 Jan 2012 26,327 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 11 Jan 2011 24,373 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 11 Jan 2011 24,373 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 3 Feb 2010 20,594 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 25 Sep 2008 18,123 miles

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

Pass 29 Apr 2006 17,510 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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R838 LNP is a 1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R in Green with a 749cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 R838 LNP, 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 R838 LNP registered?

R838 LNP is a 1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R, first registered on 5 August 1997.

Is R838 LNP safe to buy?

The MOT history for R838 LNP shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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