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Y981 JTM

2001 Kawasaki ZX-7R

Green Petrol 749cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 May 2021
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

38,006 mi
Last recorded38,006 miles
Recorded on22 May 2020
Typical for 2001 Kawasaki ZX-7R16,757 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 22 May 2020 38,006 miles
Pass 11 May 2019 37,997 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 11 May 2019 37,997 miles

Headlamp aim too far to the right (4.1.2 (a))

Headlamp insecure Bulbs (4.1.1 (c))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 9 May 2018 35,685 miles
Fail 9 May 2018 35,685 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 17 Jun 2017 34,412 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2016 34,351 miles
Pass 30 May 2015 34,274 miles
Pass 20 May 2014 34,179 miles

Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Pass 7 May 2013 32,837 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2013 32,799 miles

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

Nearside Front Steering control has Insufficient clearance at full lock affecting the riders grasp of handlebars (2.1.2b)

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i)) DANGEROUS

Pass 1 Dec 2011 32,073 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2010 30,950 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2009 30,698 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2009 30,688 miles

Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instruction/s (4.1.2e)

Pass 4 Sep 2007 28,244 miles

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

Pass 9 Sep 2006 27,153 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 JTM is a 2001 Kawasaki ZX-7R in Green with a 749cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 Y981 JTM, 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 Y981 JTM registered?

Y981 JTM is a 2001 Kawasaki ZX-7R, first registered on 2 July 2001.

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