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AY05 GNU

2005 Kawasaki ZX-6R

Blue Petrol 636cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 May 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

40,745 mi
Last recorded40,745 miles
Recorded on8 May 2026
Typical for 2005 Kawasaki ZX-6R13,596 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAY05 GNU
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-6R
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine636cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 May 2026 40,745 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2025 40,331 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2025 40,331 miles

Rear Tyre has ply or cord exposed needs new tyre (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 13 Apr 2024 39,738 miles
Pass 2 May 2023 38,239 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2020 38,074 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2019 36,555 miles
Pass 8 May 2018 30,037 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2017 24,053 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2011 19,531 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2011 19,064 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2010 17,161 miles

Bike presented for test with rear seat cover fitted - rear footrests not fitted / required.

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 6 Apr 2009 11,919 miles

How Reliable is the Kawasaki ZX-6R?

Based on 204,826 MOT tests across 18,598 vehicles.

81.7%
Pass Rate
847
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
18,598
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 4,042
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 2,214
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 2,163
reflector on motorcycle missing 2,083
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 1,640
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AY05 GNU is a 2005 Kawasaki ZX-6R in Blue with a 636cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

Across all 2005 Kawasaki ZX-6R models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.9% with a typical mileage of 13,596 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Kawasaki ZX-6R fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 4,042 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AY05 GNU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki ZX-6R typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 21 years old, this Kawasaki ZX-6R is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AY05 GNU registered?

AY05 GNU is a 2005 Kawasaki ZX-6R, first registered on 28 June 2005.

Is AY05 GNU safe to buy?

The MOT history for AY05 GNU shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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