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Y261 WVL

2001 Kawasaki ZX-7R

Green Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Feb 2025
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

37,522 mi
Last recorded37,522 miles
Recorded on23 Feb 2024
Typical for 2001 Kawasaki ZX-7R16,757 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY261 WVL
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-7R
Year2001
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Feb 2024 37,522 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2016 37,264 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2015 36,630 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2014 36,065 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2013 34,961 miles

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

Pass 22 Aug 2012 33,837 miles

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)

Pass 4 Jul 2011 31,570 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2011 31,564 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates brake effort rise disproportional to brake lever or pedal effort (3.3.A1c)

Throttle has a significant change in engine speed whilst moving the steering from lock to lock (2.1.4)

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

Pass 12 Jun 2010 28,873 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2009 25,902 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2008 22,847 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2007 20,162 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2006 17,058 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.2)

Pass 3 Jun 2006 17,058 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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Y261 WVL is a 2001 Kawasaki ZX-7R in Green with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 Y261 WVL, 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.

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What year was Y261 WVL registered?

Y261 WVL is a 2001 Kawasaki ZX-7R, first registered on 31 December 2001.

Is Y261 WVL safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y261 WVL shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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