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T550 NKJ

1999 Kawasaki ZX-7R

Green Petrol 749cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Dec 2018
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

23,076 mi
Last recorded23,076 miles
Recorded on9 Dec 2017
Typical for 1999 Kawasaki ZX-7R20,969 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT550 NKJ
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-7R
Year1999
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine749cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Dec 2017 23,076 miles
Fail 5 Dec 2017 23,076 miles

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

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Rear Brake locking device missing master cylinder push rod (3.2.A1e)

Pass 15 Oct 2011 22,978 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2010 21,055 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 15 Oct 2010 21,053 miles

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b) DANGEROUS

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

nearside rear footrest slightly loose

Pass 10 Aug 2009 19,658 miles

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

flat spot om front and rear wheel rims.

front and rear valve stems slightly perished.

Fail 10 Aug 2009 19,658 miles

Registration plate characters incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

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

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

flat spot om front and rear wheel rims.

front and rear valve stems slightly perished.

Pass 8 Sep 2008 18,373 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2008 18,373 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Floor brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.C1b) DANGEROUS

Front Hydraulic brake control feels spongy (3.1.4a) DANGEROUS

Pass 27 Jul 2007 10,310 miles

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

Pass 8 Aug 2006 9,634 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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T550 NKJ is a 1999 Kawasaki ZX-7R in Green with a 749cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 T550 NKJ, 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

How do I check the history of T550 NKJ?

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What year was T550 NKJ registered?

T550 NKJ is a 1999 Kawasaki ZX-7R, first registered on 8 May 1999.

Is T550 NKJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for T550 NKJ shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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