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T487 CLN

1999 Kawasaki ZX-7R

Green Petrol 749cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Jul 2027
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

31,189 mi
Last recorded31,189 miles
Recorded on21 Jul 2026
Typical for 1999 Kawasaki ZX-7R20,969 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT487 CLN
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-7R
Year1999
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine749cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Jul 2026 31,189 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2025 31,184 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2024 31,121 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2023 31,111 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2022 31,050 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2021 30,955 miles
Pass 6 May 2020 30,704 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Pass 3 Oct 2018 30,317 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2017 29,869 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2017 29,867 miles

Front Decelerometer brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.E1d)

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 4 Oct 2016 29,699 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2015 29,196 miles
Fail 2 Oct 2015 29,193 miles

Centre Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 18 Sep 2014 27,993 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2013 26,789 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 6 Oct 2012 25,398 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 3 Jun 2011 25,392 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2009 20,396 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2009 20,395 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Apr 2007 19,005 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2006 17,267 miles

Front 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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T487 CLN is a 1999 Kawasaki ZX-7R in Green with a 749cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 T487 CLN, 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 T487 CLN registered?

T487 CLN is a 1999 Kawasaki ZX-7R, first registered on 12 July 1999.

Is T487 CLN safe to buy?

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