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RN52 FWF

2003 Kawasaki ZR-7S

Red Petrol 738cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jan 2027
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

32,135 mi
Last recorded32,135 miles
Recorded on31 Jan 2026
Typical for 2003 Kawasaki ZR-7S20,527 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRN52 FWF
MakeKawasaki
ModelZR-7S
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine738cc
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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 31 Jan 2026 32,135 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2025 29,823 miles

Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 27 Oct 2023 29,471 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2022 26,856 miles

Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 10 Nov 2021 26,405 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 10 Nov 2021 26,405 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Throttle control functioning such that safe operation of the motorcycle is adversely affected (6.2.7 (a) (ii))

Fail 4 Nov 2021 26,401 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

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

Front Lower Steering headbearing excessively stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Throttle control functioning such that safe operation of the motorcycle is adversely affected (6.2.7 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 Oct 2020 25,748 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2017 25,764 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2016 2,569 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2015 25,640 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2014 25,371 miles

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 29 Jun 2013 25,045 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 23 Jun 2012 25,007 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2011 24,267 miles

Nearside Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 2 Jul 2010 22,884 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2010 22,876 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass light not working.

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 3 Feb 2009 19,256 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2008 16,343 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2007 12,573 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2006 9,127 miles

How Reliable is the Kawasaki ZR-7S?

Based on 4,627 MOT tests across 374 vehicles.

85.7%
Pass Rate
966
Miles/Year
25
Year Lifespan
374
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 79
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 44
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 34
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 28
Drive chain excessively loose 20
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RN52 FWF is a 2003 Kawasaki ZR-7S in Red with a 738cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2003 Kawasaki ZR-7S models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.8% with a typical mileage of 20,527 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 ZR-7S fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 79 recorded failures. If you're considering buying RN52 FWF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki ZR-7S typically stays on UK roads for around 25 years. At 23 years old, this Kawasaki ZR-7S is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was RN52 FWF registered?

RN52 FWF is a 2003 Kawasaki ZR-7S, first registered on 4 February 2003.

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