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BU04 JXP

2004 Kawasaki ZX-6R

Black Petrol 636cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Jul 2027
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

21,603 mi
Last recorded21,603 miles
Recorded on15 Jul 2026
Typical for 2004 Kawasaki ZX-6R14,392 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU04 JXP
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-6R
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine636cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Jul 2026 21,603 miles

Drive chain rivet link has damage to rivet head

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 15 Jul 2026 21,597 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Front Shock absorber has negligible damping effect Rebound effect is extremely slow (5.3.2 (b))

Drive chain rivet link has damage to rivet head

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 5 Jun 2025 19,848 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 4 Jun 2024 18,528 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 22 Apr 2023 15,514 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 20 Apr 2023 15,514 miles

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 5 May 2022 15,493 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 5 May 2022 15,493 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamp(s) (4.7.2 (a))

Pass 27 Apr 2021 15,317 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2021 15,317 miles

Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls (4.3.2 (a) (iii))

Pass 29 Apr 2019 13,945 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2018 12,690 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2017 11,084 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2016 10,883 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2015 9,935 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2014 8,083 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2013 6,594 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2012 6,119 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2011 4,555 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2010 3,118 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2009 1,624 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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BU04 JXP is a 2004 Kawasaki ZX-6R in Black with a 636cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

Across all 2004 Kawasaki ZX-6R models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.5% with a typical mileage of 14,392 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 BU04 JXP, 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 22 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 BU04 JXP registered?

BU04 JXP is a 2004 Kawasaki ZX-6R, first registered on 11 June 2004.

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The MOT history for BU04 JXP shows 21 tests with a 81% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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