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R83 JHR

1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R

Black Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Sep 2024
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

21,740 mi
Last recorded21,740 miles
Recorded on25 Sep 2023
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R23,582 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR83 JHR
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-7R
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Sep 2023 21,740 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2022 21,629 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2021 21,436 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2020 21,176 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2019 21,021 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2018 20,682 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2017 20,366 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2017 20,347 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 27 Oct 2015 20,021 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2007 18,118 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 9 Sep 2006 13,422 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2006 13,422 miles

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

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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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R83 JHR is a 1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R in Black with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 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 R83 JHR, 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 R83 JHR registered?

R83 JHR is a 1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R, first registered on 1 August 1997.

Is R83 JHR safe to buy?

The MOT history for R83 JHR shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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