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V431 DRU

1999 Kawasaki ZX-7R

Black Petrol 749cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 May 2024
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

95,086 mi
Last recorded95,086 miles
Recorded on26 May 2023
Typical for 1999 Kawasaki ZX-7R20,969 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV431 DRU
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-7R
Year1999
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine749cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 26 May 2023 95,086 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Fail 20 May 2023 95,063 miles

Front Brake hose excessively chafed (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 13 May 2022 87,976 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2021 77,416 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2020 67,107 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 8 Jan 2019 46,020 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2018 36,408 miles

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

Pass 7 Feb 2017 27,068 miles

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

Fail 7 Feb 2017 27,068 miles

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 13 Aug 2015 26,972 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2014 26,676 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2013 26,384 miles

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Fail 9 Sep 2013 26,384 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 30 Aug 2012 25,008 miles

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1a)

o/s taillight bulb not working

Fail 29 Aug 2012 25,008 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1a)

o/s taillight bulb not working

Pass 28 Jul 2011 23,925 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)

Pass 16 Jul 2010 22,003 miles
Pass 6 May 2009 21,736 miles

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1a)

Pass 30 Apr 2008 20,836 miles

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

front tyre worn uneven

Fail 26 Feb 2008 20,818 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

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

Rear Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Rear Brake pedal pivots excessively worn (3.1.3a)

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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

Pass 13 Feb 2007 17,941 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2006 14,518 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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V431 DRU is a 1999 Kawasaki ZX-7R in Black with a 749cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

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 V431 DRU, 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.

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What year was V431 DRU registered?

V431 DRU is a 1999 Kawasaki ZX-7R, first registered on 1 December 1999.

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