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T493 YDV

1999 Kawasaki ZX-7R

Green Petrol 749cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jun 2026
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

30,490 mi
Last recorded30,490 miles
Recorded on7 Jun 2025
Typical for 1999 Kawasaki ZX-7R20,969 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT493 YDV
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-7R
Year1999
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine749cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Jun 2025 30,490 miles
Pass 8 May 2018 29,847 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2018 29,839 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Pass 13 Apr 2017 29,429 miles

Chain guard missing ()

Fail 12 Apr 2017 29,429 miles

Nearside Rear Footrest missing (6.2.1a)

Offside Rear Footrest missing (6.2.1a)

Rear wheel spindle securing nut locking device missing (2.4.A.2b)

Brake pedal is inoperative no locking device fitted (3.1.3c) DANGEROUS

Chain guard missing ()

Pass 12 Mar 2016 29,329 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2015 29,091 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2014 28,066 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2013 25,949 miles
Pass 5 May 2011 23,047 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 5 Mar 2010 20,291 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2008 18,798 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2007 18,024 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2006 15,448 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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T493 YDV is a 1999 Kawasaki ZX-7R in Green with a 749cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 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 T493 YDV, 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 T493 YDV registered?

T493 YDV is a 1999 Kawasaki ZX-7R, first registered on 18 May 1999.

Is T493 YDV safe to buy?

The MOT history for T493 YDV shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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