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R872 YDA

1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R

Green Petrol 749cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jul 2024
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

23,820 mi
Last recorded23,820 miles
Recorded on19 Jul 2023
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R23,582 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR872 YDA
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-7R
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine749cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 19 Jul 2023 23,820 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

Pass 12 Jul 2022 23,626 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 22 Jun 2021 23,531 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2020 23,207 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2019 22,730 miles
Pass 4 May 2018 22,127 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2016 21,879 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2014 21,405 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2014 21,405 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Jul 2013 20,673 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2013 20,673 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Fail 28 Jul 2012 20,206 miles

Front Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Pass 28 Jul 2012 20,206 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2011 19,346 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2011 19,346 miles

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

Pass 18 Jun 2010 18,427 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2010 18,427 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 16 May 2009 17,073 miles

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

Pass 9 May 2008 15,704 miles

Brake fluid discoloured

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 11 May 2007 15,006 miles
Pass 11 May 2006 13,498 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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R872 YDA is a 1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R in Green with a 749cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 R872 YDA, 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 R872 YDA registered?

R872 YDA is a 1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R, first registered on 26 September 1997.

Is R872 YDA safe to buy?

The MOT history for R872 YDA shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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