Kawasaki Zr-7
MotorcycleFrom 496 MOT tests. Above average for its class.
Common MOT failure categories
Pass rate by registration year
What goes wrong?
The most common MOT failure reasons are significant brake effort recorded with no brake applied indicating a binding brake, tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements and number plate does not conform to the specified requirements. The top issue, significant brake effort recorded with no brake applied indicating a binding brake, caused 4 failures in 2024. Checking tread depth (1.6mm legal minimum, 3mm recommended) before your test can save an unnecessary fail. You can check prices at Black Circles if you need replacements. If you need repairs before retesting, sites like BookMyGarage let you compare local prices.
| significant brake effort recorded with no brake applied indicating a binding brake | 4 |
| tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements | 4 |
| number plate does not conform to the specified requirements | 3 |
| a direction indicator lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning | 3 |
| stop lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning | 2 |
| a position lamp adversely affected by the operation of any other lamp | 2 |
| brake disc or drum excessively weakened, insecure or fractured | 2 |
| stop lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning | 2 |
| a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely | 2 |
| brake lining or pad worn below 1.0mm | 2 |
How serious are these failures?
Not all MOT failures are equal. Only 23.1% of Zr-7 failures are serious (safety or roadside), below the 44.4% average. When this car fails its MOT, it's more likely to be lights, wipers, or emissions than something dangerous. When it does fail, the average repair bill is around £66.
By registration year
| Year | Pass rate | Top failures |
|---|---|---|
| 2000 | 86.2% | tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements, brake disc or drum excessively weakened, insecure or fractured |
| 1999 | 86.3% | a brake lining or pad contaminated with oil, grease etc, contaminated with oil, grease etc |
Typical mileage
Half of all Zr-7s tested had between 16,590 and 33,811 miles on the clock. Relatively low mileage overall. Many are still fairly young.
At 25,315 median miles, the Zr-7 has 0.052 failures per 10,000 miles driven.
Other Kawasaki models
| Kawasaki Zx-6R | 81.3% |
| Kawasaki Zx | 90.4% |
| Kawasaki Zx-9R | 83.8% |
| Kawasaki Unclassified | 80.2% |
| Kawasaki Zr | 87.3% |
Common questions
What is the Kawasaki Zr-7 MOT pass rate?
The Kawasaki Zr-7 has a 86.9% MOT pass rate based on 496 real MOT tests. This is above the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a Kawasaki Zr-7?
The most common MOT failure on the Kawasaki Zr-7 is significant brake effort recorded with no brake applied indicating a binding brake, which caused 4 failures. Other common issues include tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements.
What is the typical mileage of a Kawasaki Zr-7 at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a Kawasaki Zr-7 is 25,315 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 16,590 and 33,811 miles.
MOT data from DVSA anonymised test results, 2024 test year. Fleet data from DfT vehicle licensing statistics. Crown copyright, OGL v3.0. MOT pass rates are statistical summaries of test outcomes, not assessments of individual vehicle safety or condition. Always inspect a vehicle and check its full MOT history before purchasing. See terms of use.