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R89 EJW

1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R

Red Petrol 749cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Aug 2027
Tests23 (17 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate73.9%

Mileage

24,211 mi
Last recorded24,211 miles
Recorded on11 Aug 2026
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R23,582 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR89 EJW
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-7R
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine749cc

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MOT History

17 pass 6 fail
Pass 11 Aug 2026 24,211 miles

Exhaust noisy Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 8 Jul 2024 24,208 miles

Exhaust noisy Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort Rear brake disc shows slight fluctuation (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 3 Jul 2024 24,205 miles

Horn not working Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements Rear number plate incorrect size (0.1 (d))

Exhaust noisy Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort Rear brake disc shows slight fluctuation (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 12 Jun 2023 23,649 miles

Exhaust noisy Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 25 Jun 2021 21,584 miles

Exhaust noisy Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 2 Jun 2020 20,236 miles

Exhaust noisy Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 5 Jun 2019 19,805 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2017 18,548 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 2 Aug 2016 18,495 miles

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

Pass 29 Sep 2015 18,442 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))

tyre pressures

Pass 11 Aug 2014 18,439 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 22 Aug 2013 18,100 miles

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

clutch fluid level low

Fail 22 Aug 2013 18,100 miles

Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Registration plate not fixed vertically, or as close to vertical as is reasonably practical (6.3.2b)

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

clutch fluid level low

Pass 30 Aug 2012 17,991 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

clutch fluid level on MIN

Pass 28 Apr 2011 17,665 miles

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 21 Apr 2010 17,455 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 21 Apr 2010 17,455 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Pass 20 May 2009 17,416 miles
Fail 20 May 2009 17,391 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct width (6.3.4a)

advise reg plate angle

Pass 23 May 2008 17,050 miles
Fail 23 May 2008 17,024 miles

Brake pedal insecure (3.1.2a)

Centre Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 19 Apr 2007 15,828 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2007 15,828 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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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R89 EJW is a 1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R in Red with a 749cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.9%.

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 R89 EJW, 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 R89 EJW registered?

R89 EJW is a 1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R, first registered on 18 August 1997.

Is R89 EJW safe to buy?

The MOT history for R89 EJW shows 23 tests with a 73.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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