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Y423 RBD

2001 Kawasaki ZX-7R

Green Petrol 749cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 May 2021
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

46,962 mi
Last recorded46,962 miles
Recorded on7 May 2020
Typical for 2001 Kawasaki ZX-7R16,757 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY423 RBD
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-7R
Year2001
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine749cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 May 2020 46,962 miles

AS PRESENTED NO LIGHTING SWITCHES FITTED, NO INDICATORS OR LIGHTS FITTED TO MOTORCYCLE

Front BRAKE FLUID RESERVOIR PIPE TP MASTER CYLINDER SLIGHTLY KINKED

Front SUSPENSION SHOWS LITTLE MOVEMENT,BUMP AND REBOUND SETTINGS WRONG

LISTED NEW COLOUR ON DVLA DATABASE

NEW CHAIN MASTER FORWARD LINK TIGHT/STIFF OPERATION

Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

WIRING LOOM BEING TRAPPED SLIGHTLY WHEN ON FULL LOCK LEFT

Pass 23 Apr 2016 27,162 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2016 27,161 miles

Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Fail 7 Aug 2013 21,888 miles

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

Pass 7 Aug 2013 21,888 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2011 20,055 miles

clutch reservoir fluid low

front brake flexi hoses rubbing onto fairing

front brake flexi unions slightly catching on clocks

little reserv travel handle bar lever control 1

o/s/f fairing cracked

Pass 1 Feb 2010 18,479 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

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

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.5.1b)

Pass 14 Jun 2008 17,778 miles

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

Nearside Front Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

Pass 11 Aug 2007 17,463 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2007 17,353 miles

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Pass 27 Jul 2006 15,514 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2006 15,514 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)

Pass 1 Jul 2005 12,255 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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Y423 RBD is a 2001 Kawasaki ZX-7R in Green with a 749cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 Y423 RBD, 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 Y423 RBD registered?

Y423 RBD is a 2001 Kawasaki ZX-7R, first registered on 23 March 2001.

Is Y423 RBD safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y423 RBD shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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