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T978 BAF

1999 Kawasaki ZX-7R

Green Petrol 749cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jan 2017
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

32,664 mi
Last recorded32,664 miles
Recorded on5 Jan 2016
Typical for 1999 Kawasaki ZX-7R20,969 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT978 BAF
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-7R
Year1999
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine749cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 5 Jan 2016 32,664 miles

Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

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

Fail 22 Dec 2015 32,662 miles

Front Front suspension has excessive stiffness in the suspension movement. (2.3.6b) DANGEROUS

Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

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

Pass 19 Dec 2014 31,577 miles

Centre Front Lower Motorcycle structure slightly insecure (6.1.1c)

Pass 22 Nov 2013 28,759 miles
Fail 22 Nov 2013 28,759 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Pass 5 Dec 2012 25,768 miles

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

Pass 12 Dec 2011 23,172 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Fail 12 Dec 2011 23,172 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Pass 27 Aug 2010 21,539 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2009 20,812 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2008 19,948 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2008 19,948 miles

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

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

Pass 21 Aug 2007 18,221 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.C2d)

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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T978 BAF is a 1999 Kawasaki ZX-7R in Green with a 749cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 T978 BAF, 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 T978 BAF registered?

T978 BAF is a 1999 Kawasaki ZX-7R, first registered on 1 May 1999.

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