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R869 DMJ

1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R

Green Petrol 749cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jul 2025
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

47,472 mi
Last recorded47,472 miles
Recorded on13 Jul 2024
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R23,582 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR869 DMJ
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-7R
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine749cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Jul 2024 47,472 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2024 47,469 miles

Rear Registration plate lamp missing in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 13 Jul 2023 47,104 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2016 46,204 miles

Advise front brake discs scored

Advise offside foot peg requires adjustment

Pass 12 Aug 2015 43,532 miles

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

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

Offside Front foot rest slight movement

Offside Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Pass 20 Aug 2014 41,219 miles

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

Pass 9 Aug 2013 36,041 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2012 35,297 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2011 34,242 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2009 32,416 miles

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

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

The speedo drive is positioned incorrectly

Pass 24 Jul 2008 31,105 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2006 30,040 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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R869 DMJ 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 91.7%.

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 R869 DMJ, 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 R869 DMJ registered?

R869 DMJ is a 1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R, first registered on 1 December 1997.

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The MOT history for R869 DMJ shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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