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R983 GMJ

1997 Kawasaki ZX7R

White Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Nov 2022
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

34,990 mi
Last recorded34,990 miles
Recorded on20 Nov 2021
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki ZX7R24,506 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR983 GMJ
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX7R
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Nov 2021 34,990 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2020 33,314 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2019 31,632 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2017 31,570 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Offside limited clearance when on right lock

Rear Tyre has had a puncture repair.

Fail 21 Mar 2017 31,570 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.1a)

Rear Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Registration plate margin less than the minimum requirement (6.3.4g)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies when rear brake is applied (1.3.1a)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Offside limited clearance when on right lock

Rear Tyre has had a puncture repair.

Pass 2 Oct 2015 30,760 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2014 29,040 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2013 27,482 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 8 Jul 2011 24,506 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2011 24,506 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 2 Jul 2010 22,492 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2010 22,491 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.5.1b)

Nearside Rear Direction indicators affected by the operation of another lamp (1.5.1c)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.5.1b)

Offside Rear Direction indicators affected by the operation of another lamp (1.5.1c)

Pass 17 Jul 2009 18,939 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2008 17,302 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2006 16,039 miles

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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R983 GMJ is a 1997 Kawasaki ZX7R in White with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 R983 GMJ, 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.

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What year was R983 GMJ registered?

R983 GMJ is a 1997 Kawasaki ZX7R, first registered on 13 November 1997.

Is R983 GMJ safe to buy?

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