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SJZ 5265

1999 Kawasaki ZX-7R

Green Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Nov 2026
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

28,249 mi
Last recorded28,249 miles
Recorded on12 Nov 2025
Typical for 1999 Kawasaki ZX-7R20,969 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSJZ 5265
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-7R
Year1999
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Nov 2025 28,249 miles
Fail 12 Nov 2025 28,249 miles

Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 5 Aug 2023 27,606 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 2 Jul 2022 27,234 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Pass 23 Apr 2014 26,531 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 23 Apr 2014 26,531 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Pass 17 Apr 2013 24,763 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

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

Pass 20 Apr 2012 23,587 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 8 Feb 2011 19,111 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2010 14,233 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2009 12,018 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2007 20,225 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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SJZ 5265 is a 1999 Kawasaki ZX-7R in Green with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 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 SJZ 5265, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was SJZ 5265 registered?

SJZ 5265 is a 1999 Kawasaki ZX-7R, first registered on 31 December 1999.

Is SJZ 5265 safe to buy?

The MOT history for SJZ 5265 shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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