CarVerify

Free Car Check

X165 AKU

2001 Kawasaki ZR-7

Blue Petrol 738cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Aug 2026
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

39,711 mi
Last recorded39,711 miles
Recorded on19 Aug 2025
Typical for 2001 Kawasaki ZR-718,504 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Kawasaki
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationX165 AKU
MakeKawasaki
ModelZR-7
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine738cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 Aug 2025 39,711 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2024 39,101 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2023 38,620 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2022 37,379 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2021 35,624 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2019 33,900 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2019 33,851 miles

Front Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

Rear Tyre tread not clearly visible (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 29 Aug 2017 27,818 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2016 22,404 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2015 21,859 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2014 19,767 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2013 16,777 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2012 13,159 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2011 13,149 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2010 12,802 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2010 11,924 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2009 11,426 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2009 11,426 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 1 May 2008 10,877 miles
Fail 1 May 2008 10,877 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 1 May 2007 10,549 miles
Fail 1 May 2007 10,549 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 28 Mar 2006 8,849 miles

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
Full Kawasaki ZR-7 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

X165 AKU is a 2001 Kawasaki ZR-7 in Blue with a 738cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

Across all 2001 Kawasaki ZR-7 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.7% with a typical mileage of 18,504 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 X165 AKU, 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 25 years old, this Kawasaki ZR-7 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of X165 AKU?

You can check the full history of X165 AKU by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was X165 AKU registered?

X165 AKU is a 2001 Kawasaki ZR-7, first registered on 2 January 2001.

Is X165 AKU safe to buy?

The MOT history for X165 AKU shows 23 tests with a 82.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does X165 AKU have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on X165 AKU. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.