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BU05 DCX

2005 Kawasaki ZX-6R

Black Petrol 636cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Jan 2027
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

22,220 mi
Last recorded22,220 miles
Recorded on31 Jan 2026
Typical for 2005 Kawasaki ZX-6R13,596 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU05 DCX
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-6R
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine636cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 31 Jan 2026 22,220 miles

NO LIGHTS ARE FITTED, ONLY TO BE USED IN DAYLIGHT HOURS AND GOOD VISIBILTY ONLY

Pass 1 Feb 2025 20,248 miles

DAYTIME USE ONLY DUE TO NO POSITION LAMPS OR HEADLAMP

Pass 28 Jul 2023 18,407 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2023 18,407 miles

Central Rear Direction indicator obviously incorrectly positioned Integrated rear light indicators (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Front Upper Direction indicator not working non operational (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Upper Direction indicator not working Permanently On (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 7 May 2022 17,650 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2019 15,663 miles

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 20 Dec 2014 14,627 miles
Fail 6 Oct 2011 14,433 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 6 Oct 2011 14,433 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

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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BU05 DCX is a 2005 Kawasaki ZX-6R in Black with a 636cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 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 BU05 DCX, 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 BU05 DCX registered?

BU05 DCX is a 2005 Kawasaki ZX-6R, first registered on 17 June 2005.

Is BU05 DCX safe to buy?

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