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R842 GFR

1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R

Red Petrol 749cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Feb 2023
Tests14 (14 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

14,449 mi
Last recorded14,449 miles
Recorded on18 Feb 2022
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R23,582 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR842 GFR
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-7R
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine749cc

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MOT History

14 pass
Pass 18 Feb 2022 14,449 miles

Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Suspension rod pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 19 Nov 2021 14,448 miles

Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Suspension rod pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear reflector obviously incorrectly positioned (4.8.2 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Nov 2018 14,310 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 2 Dec 2017 14,137 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2016 14,055 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2014 13,884 miles

tyres worn

Pass 6 Jul 2013 13,707 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2012 13,593 miles

wear and condition of front tyre

Pass 24 Jun 2011 12,986 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2010 12,226 miles

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 20 Jun 2009 11,671 miles
Pass 24 May 2008 11,666 miles
Pass 19 May 2007 10,713 miles
Pass 16 May 2006 11,403 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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R842 GFR is a 1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R in Red with a 749cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 R842 GFR, 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 R842 GFR registered?

R842 GFR is a 1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R, first registered on 1 August 1997.

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