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R897 BUA

1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R

Green Petrol 749cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jun 2026
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

36,173 mi
Last recorded36,173 miles
Recorded on27 Jun 2025
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R23,582 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR897 BUA
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-7R
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine749cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Jun 2025 36,173 miles

Chain guard missing ()

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 1 Aug 2023 36,019 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2021 35,946 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Jun 2019 35,642 miles

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 24 Jul 2015 35,308 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2014 34,686 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2014 34,686 miles

Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Pass 9 Nov 2012 34,337 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2012 34,337 miles

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 27 Aug 2011 31,954 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2010 24,522 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Pass 8 Aug 2010 24,522 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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 4 Jul 2006 23,481 miles
Pass 12 May 2006 23,448 miles
Fail 8 May 2006 23,444 miles

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Rear Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

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

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

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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R897 BUA is a 1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R in Green with a 749cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 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 R897 BUA, 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 R897 BUA registered?

R897 BUA is a 1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R, first registered on 22 September 1997.

Is R897 BUA safe to buy?

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