MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
42,054 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)
Front Brake lever is damaged but the brake can still be readily applied front lever bent (3.1.3c)
Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)
Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)
Offside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)
Rear Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)
Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)
Front Brake lever is damaged but the brake can still be readily applied front lever bent (3.1.3c)
Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)
Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)
Front brake lever bent
Gear lever bent
Front Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
Nearside Indicator tell tale not functioning (1.5.2)
Offside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)
Offside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)
Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)
Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)
Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)
Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)
Gear lever bent
Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)
Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)
Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
Gear lever bent
Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)
Rear wheel spindle securing nut locking device missing (2.4.A.2b)
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))
Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)
Front Brake disc(s) has excessive run out (3.2.A1m)
Front Fairings insecure and likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)
Front Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)
Rear Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)
Rear Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)
Rear Rear suspension bush has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))
Rear Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)
Front Floor brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.C2c)
Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)
Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))
Front Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)
Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)
Rear Brake locking device missing (3.2.A1e)
Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))
Rear Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)
front tyre soft
Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)
Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))
Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)
Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))
Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)
Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.6)
Headlamp aim too high (1.6)
Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.6)
Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.6)
Headlamp aim too low (1.6)
Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.6)
Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)
Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)
Headlamp aim too high (1.6)
Headlamp aim headlamp damaged and function impaired (1.2.3a)
Rear Brake pedal cannot be released smoothly (3.1.3d)
Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)
Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)
Brake pedal is damaged but the brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)
Headlamp damaged but function not impaired (1.2.3a)
Rear Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)
Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)
How Reliable is the Kawasaki ZX7R?
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R885 LLJ is a 1997 Kawasaki ZX7R in Orange with a 750cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 52.4%.
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 R885 LLJ, 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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R885 LLJ is a 1997 Kawasaki ZX7R, first registered on 19 August 1997.
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