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X978 JCS

2000 Kawasaki ZX7R

Green Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Sep 2026
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

35,416 mi
Last recorded35,416 miles
Recorded on6 Sep 2025
Typical for 2000 Kawasaki ZX7R20,820 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX978 JCS
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX7R
Year2000
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 Sep 2025 35,416 miles

Central Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 7 Sep 2024 34,816 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2023 34,153 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2022 33,793 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2021 33,294 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2021 33,294 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 24 Sep 2020 33,162 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2017 32,608 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated Baffle loose (7.1.1a)

Rear suspension bush has slight free play Uni-trak linkage (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 26 Aug 2016 30,275 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 25 Aug 2015 27,179 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 30 Aug 2014 23,770 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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 27 Aug 2013 20,765 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 6 Sep 2012 17,785 miles
Fail 31 Aug 2012 17,785 miles

Front Wheel has an excessively distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Pass 31 Aug 2011 16,047 miles
Fail 26 Aug 2011 16,047 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

L/H handlebar bent slightly

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

Rear Wheel damaged but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

Pass 27 Aug 2010 14,332 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 25 Sep 2009 12,261 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2009 12,252 miles

Front Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 10 Jul 2008 10,469 miles

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

Pass 12 Jun 2007 10,052 miles

How Reliable is the Kawasaki ZX7R?

Based on 1,982 MOT tests across 235 vehicles.

78.8%
Pass Rate
804
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
235
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

reflector on motorcycle missing 47
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 42
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 25
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 24
Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside 24
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X978 JCS is a 2000 Kawasaki ZX7R in Green with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

Across all 2000 Kawasaki ZX7R models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.3% with a typical mileage of 20,820 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 ZX7R fails its MOT is reflector on motorcycle missing, accounting for 47 recorded failures. If you're considering buying X978 JCS, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki ZX7R typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 26 years old, this Kawasaki ZX7R is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was X978 JCS registered?

X978 JCS is a 2000 Kawasaki ZX7R, first registered on 9 September 2000.

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