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X749 VJN

2000 Kawasaki ZX-7R

Green Petrol 749cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Nov 2021
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

33,449 mi
Last recorded33,449 miles
Recorded on2 Nov 2020
Typical for 2000 Kawasaki ZX-7R18,968 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX749 VJN
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-7R
Year2000
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine749cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 2 Nov 2020 33,449 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2017 32,533 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 9 May 2017 32,446 miles

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

Rear suspension component slightly corroded. shock (2.4.A.1a)

Fail 8 May 2017 32,441 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

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

Rear suspension component slightly corroded. shock (2.4.A.1a)

Pass 28 Apr 2016 31,105 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2016 31,105 miles

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

Pass 20 Feb 2015 29,926 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Fail 18 Feb 2015 29,926 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Offside Handlebar deformed (2.1.1b)

Offside Steering control handlebar movement restricted by taut cables (2.1.2c)

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

Offside Steering control has Insufficient clearance at full lock affecting the riders operation of the controls (2.1.2b)

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

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

rear tyre is underinflated

Pass 7 Nov 2013 28,277 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2011 24,379 miles

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

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

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

Pass 15 Jul 2011 24,379 miles

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

Pass 4 Jun 2010 22,382 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2010 22,382 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Jul 2008 14,936 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2b)

rear stop lamp switch corroded plunger pin

Fail 9 Jul 2008 14,936 miles

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

Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

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

Rear Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2b)

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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X749 VJN is a 2000 Kawasaki ZX-7R in Green with a 749cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 X749 VJN, 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.

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What year was X749 VJN registered?

X749 VJN is a 2000 Kawasaki ZX-7R, first registered on 19 December 2000.

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