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X797 EKO

2000 Kawasaki ZX-7R

Black Petrol 749cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Mar 2027
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

30,122 mi
Last recorded30,122 miles
Recorded on27 Mar 2026
Typical for 2000 Kawasaki ZX-7R18,968 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX797 EKO
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-7R
Year2000
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine749cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Mar 2026 30,122 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2026 30,122 miles

Registration plate lamp missing in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 28 Jun 2019 30,120 miles

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

Pass 15 Jun 2018 30,021 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2017 29,966 miles

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

Pass 25 May 2016 28,699 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Front Suspension creaking

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)

Fail 24 May 2016 28,697 miles

Indicator tell tale not functioning (1.5.2)

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

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

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Front Suspension creaking

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)

Pass 14 Jun 2013 28,034 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2011 20,764 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2010 19,182 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 28 Feb 2009 15,957 miles

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

rear pads wearing unevenly

Pass 8 Nov 2007 11,136 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2006 8,699 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2006 8,699 miles

Front Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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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X797 EKO is a 2000 Kawasaki ZX-7R in Black with a 749cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 X797 EKO, 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 X797 EKO registered?

X797 EKO is a 2000 Kawasaki ZX-7R, first registered on 1 September 2000.

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