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W249 DWY

2000 Kawasaki ZR-7

Gold Petrol 738cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Jun 2027
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

17,490 mi
Last recorded17,490 miles
Recorded on5 Jun 2026
Typical for 2000 Kawasaki ZR-720,869 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW249 DWY
MakeKawasaki
ModelZR-7
Year2000
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine738cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Jun 2026 17,490 miles

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

Pass 29 May 2025 17,296 miles

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

Pass 3 Jun 2024 17,099 miles
Pass 18 May 2023 16,742 miles

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

Pass 31 May 2022 16,265 miles

Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 4 Jun 2021 15,972 miles
Pass 21 May 2020 15,669 miles

throttle sticking slightly

Pass 29 May 2019 15,398 miles
Fail 29 May 2019 15,398 miles

Front Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j)) DANGEROUS

Pass 5 Jun 2018 14,681 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2017 14,250 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2017 14,250 miles

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 9 May 2016 13,645 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2015 13,039 miles
Pass 29 May 2014 12,310 miles
Pass 30 May 2013 11,320 miles
Pass 16 May 2012 10,989 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2011 10,415 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2010 10,083 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2009 9,534 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2008 9,007 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2006 8,833 miles

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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W249 DWY is a 2000 Kawasaki ZR-7 in Gold with a 738cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 W249 DWY, 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.

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What year was W249 DWY registered?

W249 DWY is a 2000 Kawasaki ZR-7, first registered on 3 August 2000.

Is W249 DWY safe to buy?

The MOT history for W249 DWY shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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