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T871 DFM

1999 Kawasaki ZX-7R

Silver Petrol 749cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Mar 2026
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

26,703 mi
Last recorded26,703 miles
Recorded on29 Mar 2025
Typical for 1999 Kawasaki ZX-7R20,969 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT871 DFM
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-7R
Year1999
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine749cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Mar 2025 26,703 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2023 26,688 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2022 26,528 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2021 26,304 miles
Pass 21 May 2019 26,053 miles

clutch fluid low

Pass 14 May 2018 25,785 miles
Pass 10 May 2017 25,606 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2016 24,786 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2016 24,786 miles

Horn control not functioning. (1.7.2b)

Pass 19 Jan 2015 23,464 miles

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

Pass 16 Jun 2008 22,479 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Jan 2007 20,066 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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T871 DFM is a 1999 Kawasaki ZX-7R in Silver with a 749cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 T871 DFM, 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 T871 DFM registered?

T871 DFM is a 1999 Kawasaki ZX-7R, first registered on 24 May 1999.

Is T871 DFM safe to buy?

The MOT history for T871 DFM shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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