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Y981 CDC

2001 Kawasaki ZX-7R

Green Petrol 749cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Apr 2027
Tests15 (15 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

15,702 mi
Last recorded15,702 miles
Recorded on25 Apr 2026
Typical for 2001 Kawasaki ZX-7R16,757 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY981 CDC
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-7R
Year2001
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine749cc

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MOT History

15 pass
Pass 25 Apr 2026 15,702 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2025 14,345 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2024 13,258 miles
Pass 25 May 2019 13,173 miles

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

Offside Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Offside Rear Exhaust slightly loose (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 20 Apr 2018 12,709 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2017 12,291 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 21 May 2016 12,213 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2014 11,470 miles
Pass 3 May 2012 10,646 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2010 10,188 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2009 10,089 miles
Pass 30 May 2008 9,346 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2007 8,096 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2006 7,113 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2005 6,172 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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Y981 CDC is a 2001 Kawasaki ZX-7R in Green with a 749cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 Y981 CDC, 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 Y981 CDC?

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What year was Y981 CDC registered?

Y981 CDC is a 2001 Kawasaki ZX-7R, first registered on 17 April 2001.

Is Y981 CDC safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y981 CDC shows 15 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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