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V981 SUD

1999 Kawasaki ZX-7R

Red Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Aug 2027
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

28,258 mi
Last recorded28,258 miles
Recorded on5 Aug 2026
Typical for 1999 Kawasaki ZX-7R20,969 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV981 SUD
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-7R
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Aug 2026 28,258 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2025 28,017 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2024 27,960 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2023 27,924 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2022 27,738 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2021 27,691 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2020 27,686 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2019 27,593 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2018 26,786 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2015 26,771 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2014 26,646 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2013 26,478 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2012 26,400 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2011 25,877 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2011 24,963 miles

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

Fail 21 Jan 2011 24,939 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Jan 2010 23,876 miles

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 26 Jan 2009 22,027 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 8 Jan 2008 21,360 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2007 20,778 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2006 20,106 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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V981 SUD is a 1999 Kawasaki ZX-7R in Red with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 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 V981 SUD, 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 V981 SUD registered?

V981 SUD is a 1999 Kawasaki ZX-7R, first registered on 13 November 1999.

Is V981 SUD safe to buy?

The MOT history for V981 SUD shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does V981 SUD have outstanding finance?

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