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Y218 GDY

2001 Kawasaki ZR-7

Blue Petrol 738cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Apr 2026
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

15,744 mi
Last recorded15,744 miles
Recorded on1 May 2025
Typical for 2001 Kawasaki ZR-718,504 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY218 GDY
MakeKawasaki
ModelZR-7
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine738cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 May 2025 15,744 miles
Fail 1 May 2025 15,744 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Pass 16 Jun 2022 15,379 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2022 15,379 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls (4.3.2 (a) (iii))

Pass 6 Aug 2021 14,073 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2020 12,558 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2019 10,010 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 12 May 2018 9,496 miles

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

Pass 13 May 2017 9,246 miles
Pass 10 May 2016 8,883 miles
Pass 6 May 2015 8,566 miles
Pass 10 May 2014 8,057 miles
Pass 11 May 2013 7,417 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2012 6,769 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2011 6,290 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2010 5,458 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2009 4,976 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2008 4,850 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2007 4,487 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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Y218 GDY is a 2001 Kawasaki ZR-7 in Blue with a 738cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 Y218 GDY, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was Y218 GDY registered?

Y218 GDY is a 2001 Kawasaki ZR-7, first registered on 23 April 2001.

Is Y218 GDY safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y218 GDY shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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