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Y174 VMW

2001 Kawasaki ZX-7R

Black Petrol 749cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Oct 2024
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

20,840 mi
Last recorded20,840 miles
Recorded on31 Oct 2023
Typical for 2001 Kawasaki ZX-7R16,757 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY174 VMW
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-7R
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine749cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 31 Oct 2023 20,840 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2022 20,769 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2021 20,463 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2020 20,011 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2019 19,710 miles
Fail 31 Aug 2018 19,699 miles

Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Pass 19 Jul 2017 17,502 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey blowing on front pipes (7.1.1b)

Pass 9 Apr 2016 11,860 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2015 10,048 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2014 9,313 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2013 9,050 miles

Both front upper brake hose unions damp but dont appear to be leaking

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

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

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

Some LED's in rear lamp cluster not working

Fail 30 Mar 2013 9,032 miles

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Both front upper brake hose unions damp but dont appear to be leaking

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

Front brake binding slightly

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

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

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

Some LED's in rear lamp cluster not working

Pass 28 Mar 2012 8,583 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2012 8,577 miles

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

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 25 Mar 2011 8,020 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2010 7,114 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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Y174 VMW is a 2001 Kawasaki ZX-7R in Black with a 749cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 Y174 VMW, 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

How do I check the history of Y174 VMW?

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What year was Y174 VMW registered?

Y174 VMW is a 2001 Kawasaki ZX-7R, first registered on 4 June 2001.

Is Y174 VMW safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y174 VMW shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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