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R961 LNU

1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R

Red Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jun 2025
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

40,924 mi
Last recorded40,924 miles
Recorded on4 Jun 2024
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R23,582 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR961 LNU
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-7R
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 Jun 2024 40,924 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 7 Jun 2022 40,537 miles

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Exhaust noisy aftermarket silencer (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

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

Fail 21 Apr 2022 40,537 miles

Headlamp aim projected beam image obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Brake disc contaminated (1.1.14 (b))

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Registration plate lamp missing in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Steering operation restricted in free movement from lock to lock loose wires (2.1.4 (c))

Nearside Front Brake caliper leaking and braking performance affected (1.1.16 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Exhaust noisy aftermarket silencer fitted (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 10 Mar 2021 37,333 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 27 Feb 2020 35,213 miles

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

Fail 26 Feb 2020 35,213 miles

Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))

Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 22 Jun 2019 34,965 miles
Pass 11 May 2018 34,737 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2014 34,620 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2012 34,618 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2011 33,155 miles

Rear Chain guard lightly rubbing (6.2.1c)

Pass 11 Jun 2010 31,705 miles
Pass 26 May 2009 29,217 miles
Pass 3 May 2008 26,580 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2007 23,887 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2007 23,887 miles

Chain guard insecure (6.2.1c)

Exhaust markings indicating not for road use or similar wording (7.1.4)

Pass 9 May 2006 21,672 miles
Fail 9 May 2006 21,672 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Headlamp aim beam image kick-up is to the offside (1.6.1)

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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R961 LNU is a 1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R in Red with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 R961 LNU, 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 R961 LNU registered?

R961 LNU is a 1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R, first registered on 18 September 1997.

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