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R880 RAU

1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R

Green Petrol 749cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Oct 2020
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

39,069 mi
Last recorded39,069 miles
Recorded on20 Apr 2019
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R23,582 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR880 RAU
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-7R
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine749cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Apr 2019 39,069 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2018 37,598 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2017 36,499 miles

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

Fail 13 Apr 2017 36,499 miles

Front Throttle has a significant change in engine speed whilst moving the steering from lock to lock (2.1.4)

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

Pass 26 Mar 2016 36,444 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2014 30,567 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2013 27,468 miles

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

Fail 19 Jun 2013 27,468 miles

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Front Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Offside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

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

Pass 16 Jul 2010 21,459 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 19 Sep 2008 23,106 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2008 22,896 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Offside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a) DANGEROUS

Pass 31 Mar 2007 19,416 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2005 17,270 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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R880 RAU is a 1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R in Green with a 749cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 R880 RAU, 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 R880 RAU registered?

R880 RAU is a 1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R, first registered on 1 August 1997.

Is R880 RAU safe to buy?

The MOT history for R880 RAU shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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