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T47 BUA

1999 Kawasaki ZX-7R

Red Petrol 749cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Apr 2027
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

15,389 mi
Last recorded15,389 miles
Recorded on17 Apr 2026
Typical for 1999 Kawasaki ZX-7R20,969 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT47 BUA
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-7R
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine749cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Apr 2026 15,389 miles
Pass 11 May 2024 15,298 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2022 15,091 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2021 14,982 miles

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

Front Stop lamp switch does not operate in accordance with the requirements (4.3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Jun 2020 14,820 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2018 14,622 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2017 14,180 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2016 13,459 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2015 13,182 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 13 Jul 2015 13,182 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2014 13,051 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2013 12,493 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2010 11,996 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2009 11,673 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2008 11,636 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2006 115,560 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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T47 BUA is a 1999 Kawasaki ZX-7R in Red with a 749cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 T47 BUA, 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 T47 BUA registered?

T47 BUA is a 1999 Kawasaki ZX-7R, first registered on 7 April 1999.

Is T47 BUA safe to buy?

The MOT history for T47 BUA shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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