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R903 KFT

1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R

Gold Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jul 2016
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

4,282 mi
Last recorded4,282 miles
Recorded on20 Jun 2015
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R23,582 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR903 KFT
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-7R
Year1997
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 20 Jun 2015 4,282 miles

Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Fail 20 Jun 2015 4,282 miles

Horn missing (1.7.1)

Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 16 Jul 2014 3,622 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2014 3,622 miles

Headlamp aim headlamp deteriorated and function impaired (1.2.3a)

Headlamp deteriorated and function impaired (1.2.3a)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) friction surface contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Offside Front Brake disc(s) excessively worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake master cylinder fluid level dangerously low (3.2.B1d)

Rear Brake master cylinder insecurely mounted (3.2.B1a)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 24 Jul 2012 1,201 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2012 1,201 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 19 May 2011 35 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2011 35 miles

Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Rear Rear wheel spindle securing nut locking device missing (2.4.A.2b)

Pass 28 Jul 2009 35,009 miles
Pass 22 May 2008 34,494 miles
Fail 21 May 2008 34,493 miles

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

Pass 25 May 2007 34,328 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2006 31,842 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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R903 KFT is a 1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R in Gold with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

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 R903 KFT, 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 R903 KFT registered?

R903 KFT is a 1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R, first registered on 29 August 1997.

Is R903 KFT safe to buy?

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