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T353 JEL

1999 Kawasaki ZX-7R

Silver Petrol 749cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 May 2026
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

33,229 mi
Last recorded33,229 miles
Recorded on20 May 2025
Typical for 1999 Kawasaki ZX-7R20,969 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT353 JEL
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-7R
Year1999
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine749cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 May 2025 33,229 miles

Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Fail 13 May 2025 33,208 miles

Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 21 Feb 2024 32,295 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

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

Pass 11 Feb 2023 27,315 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2021 27,292 miles
Fail 12 Oct 2021 27,292 miles

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 27 Jul 2019 25,376 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

Pass 6 Jul 2016 25,276 miles

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

Pass 15 Jul 2014 25,023 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

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

Pass 10 Jul 2013 24,489 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2013 24,489 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 23 Apr 2011 23,686 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 7 Mar 2008 23,160 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2006 21,875 miles
Fail 7 Oct 2006 21,874 miles

Rear Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(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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T353 JEL is a 1999 Kawasaki ZX-7R in Silver with a 749cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 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 T353 JEL, 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 T353 JEL registered?

T353 JEL is a 1999 Kawasaki ZX-7R, first registered on 1 March 1999.

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