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BU03 TKA

2003 Kawasaki ZX600-J2

Black Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Jan 2027
Tests23 (22 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.7%

Mileage

41,600 mi
Last recorded41,600 miles
Recorded on3 Jan 2026
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU03 TKA
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX600-J2
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

22 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Jan 2026 41,600 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 1 Feb 2025 39,760 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2024 38,630 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2023 37,580 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2022 35,816 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2021 34,266 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2020 31,865 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2019 28,546 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2018 24,049 miles

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

Nearside Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 7 Jan 2017 19,491 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Pass 25 Jan 2016 13,577 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2015 13,294 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2014 12,300 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 7 Jun 2014 12,300 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2013 10,921 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2012 10,315 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2012 8,400 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2011 7,370 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2010 7,861 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2009 6,654 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2008 6,057 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2007 5,447 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2006 2,660 miles

How Reliable is the Kawasaki ZX600-J2?

Based on 1,426 MOT tests across 251 vehicles.

83.2%
Pass Rate
1,014
Miles/Year
25
Year Lifespan
251
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 22
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 15
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 13
reflector on motorcycle missing 13
Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised 11
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BU03 TKA is a 2003 Kawasaki ZX600-J2 in Black with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.7%.

The most common reason a Kawasaki ZX600-J2 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 22 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BU03 TKA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki ZX600-J2 typically stays on UK roads for around 25 years. At 23 years old, this Kawasaki ZX600-J2 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BU03 TKA registered?

BU03 TKA is a 2003 Kawasaki ZX600-J2, first registered on 9 April 2003.

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