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R857 GCD

1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R

Green Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jan 2021
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

18,485 mi
Last recorded18,485 miles
Recorded on6 Jan 2020
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R23,582 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR857 GCD
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-7R
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Jan 2020 18,485 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2019 18,483 miles

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

Pass 28 Oct 2016 17,741 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2015 17,646 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2014 17,646 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Pass 2 Jun 2011 17,640 miles

Clutch fluid low

Rear brake light switch has very little adjustment

Pass 19 Feb 2010 17,632 miles
Fail 19 Feb 2010 17,632 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Fail 2 Jun 2006 14,854 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 2 Jun 2006 14,854 miles
Pass 26 May 2005 9,580 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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R857 GCD is a 1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R in Green with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 R857 GCD, 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 R857 GCD registered?

R857 GCD is a 1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R, first registered on 15 August 1997.

Is R857 GCD safe to buy?

The MOT history for R857 GCD shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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