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XR02 ZXR

2002 Kawasaki ZX-7R

Red Petrol 749cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Jun 2027
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

23,171 mi
Last recorded23,171 miles
Recorded on1 Jun 2026
Typical for 2002 Kawasaki ZX-7R14,850 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXR02 ZXR
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-7R
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine749cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 Jun 2026 23,171 miles
Fail 28 May 2026 23,169 miles

Rear All position lamps not working (4.2.1 (a))

Rear Stop lamp emits other than a steady red light (4.3.3 (a) (ii))

Rear Stop lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Jun 2025 22,684 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2023 22,526 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2022 22,375 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2021 22,090 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2019 21,840 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2018 21,406 miles

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

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

Fail 7 Apr 2018 21,406 miles

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

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

Pass 5 Apr 2017 20,957 miles

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

Pass 21 Nov 2015 20,595 miles

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

Pass 4 Dec 2014 17,385 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2014 17,268 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2013 17,214 miles

Rear Stop lamp slightly discoloured (1.3.1b)

Pass 25 Aug 2012 17,013 miles

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

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

Pass 29 Apr 2011 15,403 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2011 15,403 miles

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

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

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

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

Fail 9 Mar 2010 14,761 miles

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

Pass 9 Mar 2010 14,761 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2009 10,150 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2008 8,482 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2006 8,300 miles

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

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

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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XR02 ZXR is a 2002 Kawasaki ZX-7R in Red with a 749cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 2002 Kawasaki ZX-7R models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.3% with a typical mileage of 14,850 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 XR02 ZXR, 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 24 years old, this Kawasaki ZX-7R is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was XR02 ZXR registered?

XR02 ZXR is a 2002 Kawasaki ZX-7R, first registered on 1 March 2002.

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