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P848 HRC

1997 Kawasaki ZX7R

Green Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Mar 2027
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

15,374 mi
Last recorded15,374 miles
Recorded on25 Mar 2026
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki ZX7R24,506 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP848 HRC
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX7R
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc
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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 25 Mar 2026 15,374 miles

Exhaust noisy aftermarket silencer fitted (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit wearing unevenly (5.2.3 (e))

Front brake lever travel

Rear Brake clevis joint worn, but not excessively (1.1.15 (b))

Rear Brake lever has slight side movement indicating a worn pedal bearing or pivot (1.1.1 (b))

free play at gearchange lever

Fail 24 Mar 2026 15,349 miles

Nearside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.12 (a))

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

Exhaust noisy aftermarket silencer fitted (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit wearing unevenly (5.2.3 (e))

Front brake lever travel

Rear Brake clevis joint worn, but not excessively (1.1.15 (b))

Rear Brake lever has slight side movement indicating a worn pedal bearing or pivot (1.1.1 (b))

free play at gearchange lever

Pass 12 Jun 2024 14,250 miles

WIRIUNG LOOM INSECURE UNDER TOP BEARING

Fail 12 Jun 2024 14,250 miles

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.7 (a) (i))

WIRIUNG LOOM INSECURE UNDER TOP BEARING

Pass 6 May 2021 14,003 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 6 May 2021 14,003 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Pass 3 Oct 2019 13,395 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2018 13,395 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2018 13,395 miles

Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 31 Aug 2017 13,140 miles

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 20 Apr 2016 12,149 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2013 12,142 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

No lights fitted at time of test

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 13 Aug 2011 11,984 miles

No lights fitted at time of test

Pass 26 Jun 2009 11,648 miles
Pass 19 May 2007 15,747 miles

How Reliable is the Kawasaki ZX7R?

Based on 1,982 MOT tests across 235 vehicles.

78.8%
Pass Rate
804
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
235
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

reflector on motorcycle missing 47
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 42
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 25
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 24
Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside 24
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P848 HRC is a 1997 Kawasaki ZX7R in Green with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

Across all 1997 Kawasaki ZX7R models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.8% with a typical mileage of 24,506 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 ZX7R fails its MOT is reflector on motorcycle missing, accounting for 47 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P848 HRC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki ZX7R typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 29 years old, this Kawasaki ZX7R is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was P848 HRC registered?

P848 HRC is a 1997 Kawasaki ZX7R, first registered on 18 April 1997.

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