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W551 SDV

2000 Kawasaki ZX-7R

Black Petrol 749cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 May 2016
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

36,631 mi
Last recorded36,631 miles
Recorded on21 May 2015
Typical for 2000 Kawasaki ZX-7R18,968 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW551 SDV
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-7R
Year2000
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine749cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 May 2015 36,631 miles
Fail 21 May 2015 36,631 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 12 May 2014 34,411 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2013 33,446 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.5.1b)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.5.1b)

chain guard missing

Fail 26 Apr 2013 33,446 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.5.1b)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.5.1b)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

chain guard missing

Pass 24 May 2012 32,714 miles

Chain guard missing

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

ignition switch intermittant

Pass 15 Apr 2011 30,983 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2010 29,102 miles
Fail 3 Feb 2010 29,101 miles

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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

Pass 11 Apr 2009 25,404 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2007 18,657 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2006 16,632 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Fail 30 Sep 2006 16,632 miles

Front Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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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W551 SDV is a 2000 Kawasaki ZX-7R in Black with a 749cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 W551 SDV, 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

How do I check the history of W551 SDV?

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What year was W551 SDV registered?

W551 SDV is a 2000 Kawasaki ZX-7R, first registered on 1 March 2000.

Is W551 SDV safe to buy?

The MOT history for W551 SDV shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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