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X851 UPK

2001 Kawasaki ZR-7

Red Petrol 738cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Oct 2026
Tests22 (16 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

53,288 mi
Last recorded53,288 miles
Recorded on17 Oct 2025
Typical for 2001 Kawasaki ZR-718,504 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX851 UPK
MakeKawasaki
ModelZR-7
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine738cc

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MOT History

16 pass 6 fail
Pass 17 Oct 2025 53,288 miles

Front Handlebar deformed but serviceable (2.2.1 (c) (i))

Pass 16 Oct 2024 49,247 miles

Front Handlebar deformed but serviceable (2.2.1 (c) (i))

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

Front steering head bearing slight stiffness

Fail 10 Oct 2024 49,192 miles

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

Front Handlebar deformed but serviceable (2.2.1 (c) (i))

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

Front steering head bearing slight stiffness

Pass 23 Oct 2023 46,577 miles

Front Handlebar deformed but serviceable (2.2.1 (c) (i))

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Fail 23 Oct 2023 46,577 miles

Front Handlebar deformed but serviceable (2.2.1 (c) (i))

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 25 Oct 2022 43,404 miles

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Oct 2021 36,298 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 30 Oct 2020 29,664 miles
Fail 30 Oct 2020 29,664 miles

Front Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Upper Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 1 Jul 2017 29,145 miles

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

Pass 7 Jul 2016 29,126 miles

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

Fail 7 Jul 2016 29,126 miles

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

Rear Brake fluid reservoir fluid level dangerously low (3.2.B1d)

Pass 23 Apr 2014 28,600 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2013 27,289 miles

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

Pass 26 Apr 2012 26,138 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2010 25,473 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2009 23,111 miles
Fail 19 Feb 2009 23,111 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 22 Feb 2008 21,039 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2007 19,183 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2007 19,183 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) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Pass 10 Feb 2006 16,376 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
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X851 UPK is a 2001 Kawasaki ZR-7 in Red with a 738cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 X851 UPK, 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

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What year was X851 UPK registered?

X851 UPK is a 2001 Kawasaki ZR-7, first registered on 5 February 2001.

Is X851 UPK safe to buy?

The MOT history for X851 UPK shows 22 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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