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Y488 TOJ

2001 Kawasaki ZX-7R

Green Petrol 749cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Sep 2017
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

15,763 mi
Last recorded15,763 miles
Recorded on10 Sep 2016
Typical for 2001 Kawasaki ZX-7R16,757 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY488 TOJ
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-7R
Year2001
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine749cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Sep 2016 15,763 miles
Pass 11 May 2015 9,803 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 13 Mar 2014 18,851 miles
Pass 7 May 2013 17,883 miles
Fail 4 May 2013 17,883 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

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

Pass 5 Mar 2012 16,045 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2011 13,533 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2011 13,533 miles

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

Fail 9 Aug 2010 13,525 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Position lamp switch insecure (1.1.4b)

Rear Lower Locking devices not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

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

Clutch lever incorrectly positioned. (6.2.1g)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

gear lever loose on spline shaft

Pass 21 Aug 2009 12,110 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2008 11,719 miles

Front Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Fail 6 Aug 2008 11,719 miles

Front Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Rear Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct stroke width (6.3.4a)

Pass 9 Jul 2007 10,193 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2006 9,279 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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Y488 TOJ is a 2001 Kawasaki ZX-7R in Green with a 749cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 Y488 TOJ, 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 Y488 TOJ registered?

Y488 TOJ is a 2001 Kawasaki ZX-7R, first registered on 1 March 2001.

Is Y488 TOJ safe to buy?

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