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W298 KDO

2000 Kawasaki ZR-7

Blue Petrol 738cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jul 2018
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

39,478 mi
Last recorded39,478 miles
Recorded on15 Feb 2018
Typical for 2000 Kawasaki ZR-720,869 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW298 KDO
MakeKawasaki
ModelZR-7
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine738cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Fail 15 Feb 2018 39,478 miles

Front Stop lamp does not emit a steady light lever (1.3.1b)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Nearside Front Brake hose is likely to be fouled or trapped by moving parts both hose retainers are on the offside (3.2.B2c)

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Offside Front Brake disc(s) friction surface contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Offside Front Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling fork fitted at different height (2.5.1)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Front wheel spindle securing nut locking device missing spacer missing (2.3.5a) DANGEROUS

Tyre is incorrectly seated on the wheel rim (4.1.2b) DANGEROUS

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1) DANGEROUS

Brake lever is damaged but the brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

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

Front fender missing

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 19 Jul 2017 37,504 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2016 32,173 miles
Fail 30 Jan 2016 32,170 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 24 Jan 2015 26,264 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2013 20,075 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2012 18,679 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2011 18,138 miles

Rear Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

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

Fail 8 Sep 2011 18,131 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

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

Pass 4 Sep 2010 16,193 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2009 15,228 miles
Pass 7 May 2009 14,890 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2008 14,475 miles

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

Pass 9 May 2007 14,003 miles
Pass 8 May 2006 13,095 miles

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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W298 KDO 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 W298 KDO, 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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W298 KDO is a 2000 Kawasaki ZR-7, first registered on 4 March 2000.

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