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BD51 VBK

2001 Kawasaki ZX-6R

Yellow Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Feb 2026
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

35,270 mi
Last recorded35,270 miles
Recorded on7 Feb 2025
Typical for 2001 Kawasaki ZX-6R19,284 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD51 VBK
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-6R
Year2001
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Feb 2025 35,270 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2024 24,878 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2019 23,975 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2018 23,433 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2017 23,054 miles

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 7 Mar 2016 21,983 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2015 21,289 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2014 20,757 miles

Chain guard missing.

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

Fairings insecure but not likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 10 Apr 2014 20,757 miles

Chain guard missing.

Fairings insecure but not likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 30 Sep 2011 20,341 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2010 19,634 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2010 19,634 miles

Front Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 12 May 2009 18,122 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2007 18,068 miles

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

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

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

Pass 8 May 2006 17,337 miles

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

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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BD51 VBK is a 2001 Kawasaki ZX-6R in Yellow with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2001 Kawasaki ZX-6R models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.4% with a typical mileage of 19,284 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 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 BD51 VBK, 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 25 years old, this Kawasaki ZX-6R is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was BD51 VBK registered?

BD51 VBK is a 2001 Kawasaki ZX-6R, first registered on 6 December 2001.

Is BD51 VBK safe to buy?

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