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W279 OSP

2000 Kawasaki ZX-7R

Green Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Aug 2027
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

18,824 mi
Last recorded18,824 miles
Recorded on8 Aug 2026
Typical for 2000 Kawasaki ZX-7R18,968 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW279 OSP
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-7R
Year2000
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Aug 2026 18,824 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2025 18,791 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2024 18,546 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2023 17,725 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2015 15,934 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2012 12,066 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2012 12,001 miles

Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Stop lamp affected by the operation of another lamp (1.3.2)

Pass 19 May 2011 10,397 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2011 70,422 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2011 70,422 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 11 Apr 2010 9,817 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2010 9,817 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.6)

Pass 17 Apr 2009 9,262 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2009 9,216 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 30 Jan 2007 9,170 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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W279 OSP is a 2000 Kawasaki ZX-7R in Green with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 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 W279 OSP, 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 W279 OSP registered?

W279 OSP is a 2000 Kawasaki ZX-7R, first registered on 26 May 2000.

Is W279 OSP safe to buy?

The MOT history for W279 OSP shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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