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W185 SJB

2000 Kawasaki ZR-7

Blue Petrol 738cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Oct 2026
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

43,381 mi
Last recorded43,381 miles
Recorded on11 Oct 2025
Typical for 2000 Kawasaki ZR-720,869 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW185 SJB
MakeKawasaki
ModelZR-7
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine738cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Oct 2025 43,381 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2024 42,327 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2023 42,000 miles

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 21 May 2022 40,229 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2020 39,077 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 18 Jul 2020 39,077 miles

Horn sound not in accordance with requirements (7.7 (c))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 13 Jul 2019 38,226 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2019 38,226 miles

Stop lamp not working Fr. stop switch (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 Jul 2018 36,980 miles

Nearside Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 21 Jun 2017 34,680 miles

RECOMEND ADJUST CHAIN

Pass 28 Apr 2016 32,608 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Fail 25 Apr 2016 32,590 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 14 Jul 2014 31,414 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2013 30,729 miles

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

Pass 9 Jun 2012 28,115 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))

How Reliable is the Kawasaki ZR-7?

Based on 16,195 MOT tests across 1,303 vehicles.

82.9%
Pass Rate
886
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
1,303
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 290
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 210
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 209
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 171
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 110
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W185 SJB is a 2000 Kawasaki ZR-7 in Blue with a 738cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2000 Kawasaki ZR-7 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.8% with a typical mileage of 20,869 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 ZR-7 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 290 recorded failures. If you're considering buying W185 SJB, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki ZR-7 typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 26 years old, this Kawasaki ZR-7 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was W185 SJB registered?

W185 SJB is a 2000 Kawasaki ZR-7, first registered on 21 July 2000.

Is W185 SJB safe to buy?

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