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Y127 XBV

2001 Kawasaki ZX-7R

Green Petrol 749cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Jun 2027
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

22,321 mi
Last recorded22,321 miles
Recorded on18 Jun 2026
Typical for 2001 Kawasaki ZX-7R16,757 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY127 XBV
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-7R
Year2001
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine749cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 18 Jun 2026 22,321 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2025 22,038 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2024 21,430 miles
Pass 4 May 2023 19,371 miles
Fail 4 May 2023 19,371 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 12 Jun 2019 19,041 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2019 19,041 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 10 Mar 2017 18,739 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2017 18,739 miles

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

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 11 Mar 2014 18,682 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2013 18,184 miles

will need new front tyre soon

Pass 19 Mar 2012 17,715 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2010 17,395 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 6 Oct 2010 17,395 miles

Front All position lamps do not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Front Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

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

Fail 30 Apr 2009 16,218 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 30 Apr 2009 16,218 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2007 15,402 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2006 13,955 miles

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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Y127 XBV is a 2001 Kawasaki ZX-7R in Green with a 749cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

Across all 2001 Kawasaki ZX-7R models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.7% with a typical mileage of 16,757 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 Y127 XBV, 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 25 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 Y127 XBV registered?

Y127 XBV is a 2001 Kawasaki ZX-7R, first registered on 21 April 2001.

Is Y127 XBV safe to buy?

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