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R944 RDV

1997 Kawasaki ZX7R

Green Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 May 2026
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

24,469 mi
Last recorded24,469 miles
Recorded on15 May 2025
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki ZX7R24,506 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR944 RDV
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX7R
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 May 2025 24,469 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2024 21,835 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 3 Apr 2023 21,356 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2022 20,385 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2020 19,419 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2019 18,315 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2019 18,315 miles

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 2 Aug 2018 17,433 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2017 15,036 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2016 12,781 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2008 12,319 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

tyres were underinflated

Pass 21 Sep 2006 11,907 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2005 11,803 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

How Reliable is the Kawasaki ZX7R?

Based on 1,982 MOT tests across 235 vehicles.

78.8%
Pass Rate
804
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
235
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

reflector on motorcycle missing 47
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 42
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 25
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 24
Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside 24
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R944 RDV is a 1997 Kawasaki ZX7R in Green with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

Across all 1997 Kawasaki ZX7R models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.8% with a typical mileage of 24,506 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Kawasaki ZX7R fails its MOT is reflector on motorcycle missing, accounting for 47 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R944 RDV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki ZX7R typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 29 years old, this Kawasaki ZX7R is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R944 RDV registered?

R944 RDV is a 1997 Kawasaki ZX7R, first registered on 14 August 1997.

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The MOT history for R944 RDV shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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