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BU05 CZZ

2005 Kawasaki ZX-10

Green Petrol 997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jun 2026
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

26,581 mi
Last recorded26,581 miles
Recorded on26 Jun 2025
Typical for 2005 Kawasaki ZX-1014,506 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU05 CZZ
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-10
Year2005
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine997cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Jun 2025 26,581 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2025 26,581 miles

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

Rear Tyre tread not clearly visible (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 29 Jun 2024 26,529 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2023 26,411 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2022 26,143 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2021 25,087 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2019 25,819 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2018 25,583 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2017 25,356 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2016 24,955 miles

Front Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

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

Pass 3 Jul 2015 23,683 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2014 20,803 miles

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

number plate light no working

Pass 2 Jul 2013 17,545 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2012 15,873 miles

Front Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Nearside Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Nearside Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 15 Jun 2011 14,207 miles

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

Nearside Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 1 Jul 2010 12,617 miles

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

Fail 30 Jun 2010 12,608 miles

Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

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

Pass 2 Jul 2009 9,657 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2008 7,738 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2008 7,738 miles

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

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

How Reliable is the Kawasaki ZX-10?

Based on 7,640 MOT tests across 1,044 vehicles.

81.8%
Pass Rate
592
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
1,044
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 167
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 147
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 138
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 95
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 82
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BU05 CZZ is a 2005 Kawasaki ZX-10 in Green with a 997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

Across all 2005 Kawasaki ZX-10 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.2% with a typical mileage of 14,506 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-10 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 167 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BU05 CZZ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki ZX-10 typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 21 years old, this Kawasaki ZX-10 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BU05 CZZ registered?

BU05 CZZ is a 2005 Kawasaki ZX-10, first registered on 23 June 2005.

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