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R976 VRD

1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R

Green Petrol 749cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jun 2018
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

35,312 mi
Last recorded35,312 miles
Recorded on29 Jun 2017
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R23,582 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR976 VRD
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-7R
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine749cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Jun 2017 35,312 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2016 34,945 miles

Chain guard missing ()

Fail 4 Jun 2016 34,945 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Front position lamp incorrect colour (1.1.2a)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Chain guard missing ()

Pass 6 Jun 2014 33,587 miles

Chain guard missing

Fail 6 Jun 2014 33,587 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Offside Rear Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Registration plate character(s) formed using multiple strokes (6.3.4e)

Registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

Chain guard missing

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 23 May 2009 32,610 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2007 31,552 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2006 30,090 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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R976 VRD is a 1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R in Green with a 749cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 R976 VRD, 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 R976 VRD registered?

R976 VRD is a 1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R, first registered on 4 August 1997.

Is R976 VRD safe to buy?

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