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W527 TVV

2000 Kawasaki ZR-7

Blue Petrol 738cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jun 2026
Tests23 (15 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate65.2%

Mileage

36,431 mi
Last recorded36,431 miles
Recorded on20 Jun 2025
Typical for 2000 Kawasaki ZR-720,869 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW527 TVV
MakeKawasaki
ModelZR-7
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine738cc

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MOT History

15 pass 8 fail
Pass 20 Jun 2025 36,431 miles

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

Fail 14 Jun 2025 36,227 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Headlamp aim projected beam image obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.4 (a))

Front Tyre has ply or cord exposed Sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Fail 7 Jun 2025 36,211 miles

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

Rear Brake fluid reservoir fluid level significantly below minimum level (1.1.10 (d) (ii))

Front Tyre has ply or cord exposed Sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust silencer slightly loose At rear can hanger (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Front Brake spongy

Rear Brake spongy

Pass 8 Jun 2024 34,720 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 12 Jun 2023 34,130 miles

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

Fail 8 Jun 2023 34,129 miles

Front Stop lamp switch with a delay in operation (4.3.2 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 1 Oct 2020 33,635 miles

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

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

Rear shock mount starting to corrode

Fail 24 Sep 2020 33,629 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Rear shock mount starting to corrode

Pass 27 Aug 2019 33,477 miles

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

Pass 29 Jun 2017 33,275 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2016 33,142 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Offside Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 10 Jul 2015 33,089 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2015 33,073 miles

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a) DANGEROUS

Pass 24 Jul 2014 32,928 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2014 32,903 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.A1a)

Rear Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 19 Jul 2013 32,685 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

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

Pass 29 Jun 2012 32,335 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 8 Jul 2011 31,903 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 28 Jul 2010 31,215 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2010 31,213 miles

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

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

Pass 28 Mar 2007 29,800 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2006 29,056 miles
Fail 8 Feb 2006 29,049 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Offside Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Steering control has Insufficient clearance at full lock affecting the riders grasp of handlebars (2.1.2b)

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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W527 TVV is a 2000 Kawasaki ZR-7 in Blue with a 738cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65.2%.

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 W527 TVV, 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 W527 TVV registered?

W527 TVV is a 2000 Kawasaki ZR-7, first registered on 26 August 2000.

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The MOT history for W527 TVV shows 23 tests with a 65.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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