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R991 EGJ

1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R

Black Petrol 749cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jul 2018
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

44,203 mi
Last recorded44,203 miles
Recorded on25 Jul 2017
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R23,582 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR991 EGJ
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-7R
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine749cc
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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Jul 2017 44,203 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 25 Jul 2016 41,687 miles

Nearside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

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

Pass 24 Jul 2015 39,476 miles

Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 11 Jul 2014 39,264 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2012 39,254 miles

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

Pass 4 Jun 2011 39,203 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

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

Fail 4 Jun 2011 39,203 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 15 May 2010 38,892 miles
Pass 2 May 2009 38,298 miles
Pass 10 May 2008 37,999 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2007 37,170 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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R991 EGJ is a 1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R in Black with a 749cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 R991 EGJ, 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 R991 EGJ registered?

R991 EGJ is a 1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R, first registered on 9 August 1997.

Is R991 EGJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for R991 EGJ shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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