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S43 MBT

1999 Kawasaki ZX-7R

Red Petrol 749cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Feb 2026
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

16,539 mi
Last recorded16,539 miles
Recorded on27 Feb 2025
Typical for 1999 Kawasaki ZX-7R20,969 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS43 MBT
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-7R
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine749cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Feb 2025 16,539 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2022 16,410 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 1 Sep 2020 16,361 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 21 Sep 2018 16,314 miles

Front Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

Pass 22 Sep 2017 16,221 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2016 16,178 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2015 16,034 miles

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

Pass 6 Sep 2014 15,915 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2014 15,894 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) friction surface contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Pass 17 Jul 2013 15,593 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2013 15,585 miles

Nearside Handlebar deformed (2.1.1b)

Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)

Pass 26 Sep 2011 15,304 miles

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Fail 21 Sep 2011 15,294 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 1 Jun 2006 14,882 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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S43 MBT is a 1999 Kawasaki ZX-7R in Red with a 749cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

Across all 1999 Kawasaki ZX-7R models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.2% with a typical mileage of 20,969 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 S43 MBT, 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 27 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 S43 MBT registered?

S43 MBT is a 1999 Kawasaki ZX-7R, first registered on 7 January 1999.

Is S43 MBT safe to buy?

The MOT history for S43 MBT shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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