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P939 BFR

1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R

Green Petrol 749cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Aug 2019
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

42,409 mi
Last recorded42,409 miles
Recorded on25 Aug 2018
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R23,582 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP939 BFR
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-7R
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine749cc
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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Aug 2018 42,409 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2015 38,281 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 29 Apr 2014 35,651 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Apr 2013 32,327 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2012 29,161 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2010 25,769 miles

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

Fail 28 Jul 2010 25,769 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Jan 2009 25,234 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2007 23,993 miles

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

Fail 29 Sep 2007 23,993 miles

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

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

Rear Brake disc(s) securing bolt(s) loose (3.2.A1g)

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

Pass 18 Sep 2006 21,853 miles

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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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P939 BFR is a 1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R in Green with a 749cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.7% with a typical mileage of 23,582 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 P939 BFR, 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 29 years old, this Kawasaki ZX-7R is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was P939 BFR registered?

P939 BFR is a 1997 Kawasaki ZX-7R, first registered on 3 June 1997.

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