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W196 ABV

2000 Kawasaki ZX-7R

Green Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Jun 2027
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

25,652 mi
Last recorded25,652 miles
Recorded on30 Jun 2026
Typical for 2000 Kawasaki ZX-7R18,968 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW196 ABV
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-7R
Year2000
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 30 Jun 2026 25,652 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2024 25,562 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Sep 2023 25,366 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2015 25,038 miles

Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

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

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

Pass 29 Jun 2013 23,220 miles

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

Pass 20 Jul 2012 22,353 miles

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

Rear Number Plate Light is Not working.

Pass 28 Jun 2011 21,785 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2010 20,313 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2009 19,227 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2008 16,957 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2007 14,520 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2006 10,630 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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W196 ABV is a 2000 Kawasaki ZX-7R in Green with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2000 Kawasaki ZX-7R models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.8% with a typical mileage of 18,968 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 W196 ABV, 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 26 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 W196 ABV registered?

W196 ABV is a 2000 Kawasaki ZX-7R, first registered on 6 April 2000.

Is W196 ABV safe to buy?

The MOT history for W196 ABV shows 12 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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