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V242 DYC

1999 Kawasaki ZX-7R

Green Petrol 749cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Jul 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

27,346 mi
Last recorded27,346 miles
Recorded on11 Jul 2026
Typical for 1999 Kawasaki ZX-7R20,969 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV242 DYC
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-7R
Year1999
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine749cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Jul 2026 27,346 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2024 27,166 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2023 26,886 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2022 26,359 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2020 26,347 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

surface cracks on front tyre

Pass 14 Jun 2019 26,088 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2018 25,327 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2017 24,926 miles

Drive chain slightly loose

Front tyre perished

Pass 14 Mar 2016 23,874 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 26 Sep 2015 23,849 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

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

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

Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 3 Sep 2014 22,626 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

slight corrosion on exhaust and slightly blowing

Pass 10 Sep 2013 20,125 miles

front brake pads wearing low

Pass 20 Sep 2012 18,328 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Fail 20 Sep 2012 18,328 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Pass 20 Oct 2011 16,473 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2010 16,056 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2007 14,743 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2006 12,790 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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V242 DYC is a 1999 Kawasaki ZX-7R in Green with a 749cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 V242 DYC, 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 V242 DYC?

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What year was V242 DYC registered?

V242 DYC is a 1999 Kawasaki ZX-7R, first registered on 23 October 1999.

Is V242 DYC safe to buy?

The MOT history for V242 DYC shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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