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R885 LLJ

1997 Kawasaki ZX7R

Orange Petrol 750cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jul 2018
Tests21 (11 pass, 10 fail)
Pass rate52.4%

Mileage

42,054 mi
Last recorded42,054 miles
Recorded on13 Jul 2017
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki ZX7R24,506 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR885 LLJ
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX7R
Year1997
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine750cc
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MOT History

11 pass 10 fail
Pass 13 Jul 2017 42,054 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Brake lever is damaged but the brake can still be readily applied front lever bent (3.1.3c)

Fail 4 Jul 2017 42,054 miles

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)

Pass 27 Jun 2016 41,931 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Front brake lever bent

Gear lever bent

Fail 25 Apr 2016 41,930 miles

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

Pass 13 Mar 2015 40,893 miles

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

Pass 10 Mar 2014 36,712 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2014 36,712 miles

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

Rear wheel spindle securing nut locking device missing (2.4.A.2b)

Pass 2 Dec 2013 36,514 miles
Fail 27 Nov 2013 36,504 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Fail 16 Nov 2013 36,478 miles

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)

Pass 24 Oct 2012 34,263 miles
Fail 23 Oct 2012 34,263 miles

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)

Pass 3 Nov 2011 33,783 miles
Fail 24 Oct 2011 33,783 miles

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

Pass 19 Aug 2010 32,057 miles

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))

Pass 12 Aug 2009 31,581 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2008 40,891 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2008 40,878 miles

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)

Fail 25 Jan 2008 40,815 miles

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)

Fail 25 Oct 2007 40,762 miles

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)

Pass 22 Jun 2006 39,710 miles

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?

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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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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