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R91 LJU

1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R

Green Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Apr 2027
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

19,250 mi
Last recorded19,250 miles
Recorded on16 Apr 2026
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R23,582 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR91 LJU
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-7R
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Apr 2026 19,250 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2025 18,999 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2023 18,635 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2023 18,630 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.12 (a))

Offside Front Brake disc contaminated (1.1.14 (b))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) contaminated (1.1.13 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Registration plate incorrect (0.1 (c))

both tyres old by date

Pass 21 Apr 2022 18,456 miles

Front Brake Fluid Level Low

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Front Footrest slightly loose (6.2.12 (a))

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

Pass 19 Apr 2021 18,346 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2020 18,311 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2019 18,084 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2013 28,458 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2012 28,219 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2010 28,160 miles
Fail 18 Oct 2010 28,160 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

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)

Pass 21 Sep 2009 27,576 miles

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

Pass 27 Sep 2008 26,580 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2006 25,571 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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R91 LJU is a 1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R in Green with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 R91 LJU, 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 R91 LJU registered?

R91 LJU is a 1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R, first registered on 1 August 1997.

Is R91 LJU safe to buy?

The MOT history for R91 LJU shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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