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WU51 DHC

2001 Kawasaki ZX-7R

Green Petrol 749cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jun 2025
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

23,527 mi
Last recorded23,527 miles
Recorded on25 Jun 2024
Typical for 2001 Kawasaki ZX-7R16,757 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWU51 DHC
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-7R
Year2001
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine749cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 25 Jun 2024 23,527 miles

Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test ()

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

pillion footrests missing at time of test.

Pass 16 Mar 2023 23,518 miles

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

Pass 24 Feb 2022 22,209 miles

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

Pass 26 Nov 2020 22,141 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2019 21,826 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2018 21,366 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2017 20,476 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Fail 25 Jul 2017 20,476 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 26 Jul 2016 19,508 miles
Pass 13 May 2015 17,604 miles
Fail 13 May 2015 17,604 miles

Rear Brake locking device insecure (3.2.A1e)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 10 Apr 2014 16,392 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2014 16,392 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

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

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d) DANGEROUS

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 15 Mar 2013 15,408 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2012 13,356 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

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

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 7 Apr 2011 12,364 miles

Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

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

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 16 Apr 2010 10,412 miles

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

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Fail 16 Apr 2010 10,405 miles

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

Front Roller brake test indicates a severely grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Rear position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.3b)

Rear position lamp incorrect colour (1.1.2b)

Rear wheel spindle securing nut locking device missing (2.4.A.2b)

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

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

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 11 Oct 2008 7,943 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2007 7,595 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Aug 2006 7,414 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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WU51 DHC is a 2001 Kawasaki ZX-7R in Green with a 749cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

Across all 2001 Kawasaki ZX-7R models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.7% with a typical mileage of 16,757 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 WU51 DHC, 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 25 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 WU51 DHC registered?

WU51 DHC is a 2001 Kawasaki ZX-7R, first registered on 26 October 2001.

Is WU51 DHC safe to buy?

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