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T891 SOU

1999 Kawasaki ZX-7R

Black Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Apr 2023
Tests20 (12 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

23,203 mi
Last recorded23,203 miles
Recorded on6 Apr 2022
Typical for 1999 Kawasaki ZX-7R20,969 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT891 SOU
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-7R
Year1999
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

12 pass 8 fail
Pass 6 Apr 2022 23,203 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2021 21,176 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2018 20,464 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2018 20,464 miles

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 16 Sep 2017 18,223 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2017 18,223 miles

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Steering control handlebar movement restricted by taut cables speedo cable (2.1.2c)

Pass 25 May 2016 16,758 miles

Nearside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Fail 23 May 2016 16,758 miles

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

Front Fuel tank leaking (7.2.1a)

Offside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Rear Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Nearside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 22 Jun 2015 16,757 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2015 16,757 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

Rear Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Fail 1 Mar 2013 16,498 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Rear position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.3b)

Pass 1 Mar 2013 16,498 miles

Rear position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.3b)

Pass 14 Apr 2010 16,408 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2009 16,335 miles

nearside brake light not working

Fail 22 Aug 2009 16,335 miles

Offside Handlebar deformed (2.1.1b)

Rear Brake pedal cannot be released smoothly (3.1.3d)

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

nearside brake light not working

Pass 19 Jul 2008 16,196 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2007 15,951 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2007 15,951 miles

Brake component has restricted free movement and operation is likely to be impeded (3.2.A1h)

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Front Floor brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.C2c) DANGEROUS

right hand handle bar close to frame

Pass 7 Jul 2006 15,388 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2006 15,388 miles

Front Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

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

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

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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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T891 SOU is a 1999 Kawasaki ZX-7R in Black with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 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 T891 SOU, 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 T891 SOU registered?

T891 SOU is a 1999 Kawasaki ZX-7R, first registered on 31 December 1999.

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