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Y118 OBE

2001 Kawasaki ZR-7

Red Petrol 738cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Oct 2020
Tests20 (14 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

28,533 mi
Last recorded28,533 miles
Recorded on15 Apr 2019
Typical for 2001 Kawasaki ZR-718,504 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY118 OBE
MakeKawasaki
ModelZR-7
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine738cc

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MOT History

14 pass 6 fail
Pass 15 Apr 2019 28,533 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2018 27,961 miles

Front Brake lever is damaged but the brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Fail 15 Apr 2018 27,950 miles

Front Plate brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.B1a)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front Brake lever is damaged but the brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 3 Apr 2017 26,990 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 13 Apr 2016 25,611 miles

Front Brake Feels Very Slightly Spongey Although Brake Performance Is Adequate

Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

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

Motorcycle structure slightly corroded swingarm (6.1.1a)

Fail 11 Apr 2016 25,596 miles

Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instruction/s fitted backwards (4.1.2e)

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Front Brake Feels Very Slightly Spongey Although Brake Performance Is Adequate

Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

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

Motorcycle structure slightly corroded swingarm (6.1.1a)

Pass 14 Apr 2015 24,239 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2015 24,227 miles

Front Brake component has restricted free movement and operation is likely to be impeded (3.2.A1h)

Front Plate brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.B1a)

Pass 12 Apr 2014 22,240 miles

Rear Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 14 Apr 2013 19,624 miles

Front Plate brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.B1b)

front tyre underinflated

Fail 27 Mar 2012 17,196 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 27 Mar 2012 17,196 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2011 17,095 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 11 Apr 2011 17,095 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2010 15,153 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2009 12,471 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2008 9,595 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 17 Mar 2007 6,771 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2006 6,467 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Apr 2006 6,467 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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Y118 OBE is a 2001 Kawasaki ZR-7 in Red with a 738cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 Y118 OBE, 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.

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Y118 OBE is a 2001 Kawasaki ZR-7, first registered on 9 March 2001.

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