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R873 EAN

1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R

Red Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Apr 2013
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

27,929 mi
Last recorded27,929 miles
Recorded on13 Apr 2012
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R23,582 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Kawasaki
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR873 EAN
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-7R
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Apr 2012 27,929 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Feb 2011 27,696 miles

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

Fail 16 Feb 2011 27,696 miles

Front Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

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

Pass 19 Mar 2010 25,317 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2008 24,876 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2006 24,303 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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R873 EAN is a 1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R in Red with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 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 R873 EAN, 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

How do I check the history of R873 EAN?

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What year was R873 EAN registered?

R873 EAN is a 1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R, first registered on 6 November 1997.

Is R873 EAN safe to buy?

The MOT history for R873 EAN shows 6 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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