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V85 ERB

1999 Kawasaki ZX-7R

Green Petrol 749cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Oct 2022
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

Typical for 1999 Kawasaki ZX-7R20,969 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV85 ERB
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-7R
Year1999
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine749cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Oct 2021

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

daylight use only

off road machine

Pass 19 Jul 2018 45,299 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2017 44,916 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2016 44,505 miles

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

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

Pass 21 May 2015 44,020 miles

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

Pass 24 May 2014 43,679 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Fail 15 May 2014 43,679 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

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

Indicator tell tale not functioning (1.5.2)

Offside Rear Direction indicators affected by the operation of another lamp (1.5.1c)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct stroke width (6.3.4a)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 26 Feb 2013 37,053 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2013 37,053 miles

Position lamp switch insecure (1.1.4b)

Centre Rear Rear position lamp incorrect colour (1.1.2b)

Offside Rear 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)

Offside Rear Lower Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.2.B3b)

Pass 28 Oct 2011 35,689 miles

Centre Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Centre Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 26 Oct 2010 34,378 miles

Rear Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Fail 26 Oct 2010 34,378 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Rear Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Pass 12 Sep 2009 33,612 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2008 32,470 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2007 30,842 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2006 26,469 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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V85 ERB is a 1999 Kawasaki ZX-7R in Green with a 749cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 V85 ERB, 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 V85 ERB registered?

V85 ERB is a 1999 Kawasaki ZX-7R, first registered on 1 November 1999.

Is V85 ERB safe to buy?

The MOT history for V85 ERB shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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