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AO51 KCV

2001 Kawasaki ZZR600

Blue Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Mar 2026
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

28,145 mi
Last recorded28,145 miles
Recorded on17 Mar 2025
Typical for 2001 Kawasaki ZZR60019,286 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO51 KCV
MakeKawasaki
ModelZZR600
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Mar 2025 28,145 miles
Pass 16 May 2023 27,527 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2022 26,833 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2021 26,066 miles

Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

Pass 9 May 2019 22,782 miles
Fail 8 May 2019 22,758 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 22 May 2018 19,999 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2014 19,768 miles

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

Pass 8 Feb 2013 17,864 miles

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

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

rear shock absorber corroded

Fail 31 Jan 2013 17,864 miles

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

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

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

rear shock absorber corroded

Pass 24 Jan 2012 14,433 miles

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

Pass 24 Jan 2011 12,005 miles
Fail 24 Jan 2011 12,004 miles

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

Pass 21 Jan 2010 10,874 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2009 9,776 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2008 8,226 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Jan 2007 6,865 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2006 5,037 miles

How Reliable is the Kawasaki ZZR600?

Based on 64,083 MOT tests across 6,484 vehicles.

82.2%
Pass Rate
749
Miles/Year
36
Year Lifespan
6,484
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 1,236
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 1,122
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 815
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 657
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 637
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AO51 KCV is a 2001 Kawasaki ZZR600 in Blue with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2001 Kawasaki ZZR600 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.1% with a typical mileage of 19,286 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 ZZR600 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 1,236 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AO51 KCV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki ZZR600 typically stays on UK roads for around 36 years. At 25 years old, this Kawasaki ZZR600 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AO51 KCV registered?

AO51 KCV is a 2001 Kawasaki ZZR600, first registered on 27 October 2001.

Is AO51 KCV safe to buy?

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