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R843 ARL

1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R

Green Petrol 749cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Aug 2027
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

22,677 mi
Last recorded22,677 miles
Recorded on5 Aug 2026
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R23,582 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR843 ARL
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-7R
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine749cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Aug 2026 22,677 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2024 22,058 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Pass 22 Sep 2020 22,034 miles

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

Pass 17 Sep 2019 21,952 miles

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

Pass 28 Sep 2018 21,778 miles

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

Pass 16 Aug 2017 21,541 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2016 21,169 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 3 Aug 2015 20,935 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 3 Aug 2015 20,935 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

Fail 18 Aug 2014 18,870 miles

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 18 Aug 2014 18,870 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2013 17,092 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2012 15,601 miles

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

Pass 1 Jul 2010 15,478 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

front mudguard slightly loose.

small dent in rear swing arm.

Fail 28 Jun 2010 15,478 miles

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

front mudguard slightly loose.

small dent in rear swing arm.

Pass 29 Jun 2009 13,080 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2008 9,997 miles
Pass 16 May 2007 1,988 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

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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R843 ARL is a 1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R in Green with a 749cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 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 R843 ARL, 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 R843 ARL registered?

R843 ARL is a 1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R, first registered on 25 September 1997.

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The MOT history for R843 ARL shows 18 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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