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T285 ARU

1999 Kawasaki ZX-7R

Green Petrol 749cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Apr 2023
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

6,397 mi
Last recorded6,397 miles
Recorded on20 Apr 2022
Typical for 1999 Kawasaki ZX-7R20,969 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT285 ARU
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-7R
Year1999
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine749cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Apr 2022 6,397 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2021 4,964 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2019 4,162 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 12 May 2018 3,977 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 12 May 2018 3,977 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 13 Jul 2017 3,271 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.5.1b)

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.5.1b)

Pass 15 May 2014 786 miles
Pass 11 May 2013 29,442 miles
Pass 11 May 2012 27,260 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 8 May 2012 27,244 miles

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Rear Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

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

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 12 May 2011 24,553 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2010 23,620 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2009 20,771 miles

large amount of front brake lever travel

Pass 28 Mar 2008 18,058 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 9 May 2007 15,873 miles

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

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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T285 ARU is a 1999 Kawasaki ZX-7R in Green with a 749cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 T285 ARU, 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 T285 ARU registered?

T285 ARU is a 1999 Kawasaki ZX-7R, first registered on 27 April 1999.

Is T285 ARU safe to buy?

The MOT history for T285 ARU shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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