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T485 GKN

1999 Kawasaki ZX-7R

Green Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Aug 2011
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

18,642 mi
Last recorded18,642 miles
Recorded on9 Aug 2010
Typical for 1999 Kawasaki ZX-7R20,969 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT485 GKN
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-7R
Year1999
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Aug 2010 18,642 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 26 Sep 2008 17,950 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2008 17,940 miles

Front position lamp missing (1.1.1a)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 5 Sep 2007 16,405 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2007 16,405 miles

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)

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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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T485 GKN is a 1999 Kawasaki ZX-7R in Green with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 T485 GKN, 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 T485 GKN registered?

T485 GKN is a 1999 Kawasaki ZX-7R, first registered on 1 April 1999.

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The MOT history for T485 GKN shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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