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BU05 HVY

2005 Kawasaki ZX-6R

Green Petrol 636cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Apr 2026
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

23,619 mi
Last recorded23,619 miles
Recorded on8 Apr 2025
Typical for 2005 Kawasaki ZX-6R13,596 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU05 HVY
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-6R
Year2005
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine636cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Apr 2025 23,619 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 26 Mar 2024 23,228 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 12 Nov 2022 22,522 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2021 22,199 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly loose carrier rubbers (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 24 Oct 2020 20,760 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 15 May 2019 18,559 miles

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

Pass 16 May 2018 17,247 miles

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 20 May 2017 16,080 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 19 May 2016 13,865 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2015 13,827 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2014 13,756 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2013 13,364 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2012 12,806 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2011 11,789 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2010 10,531 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2009 8,687 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2008 6,325 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2008 6,325 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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 HVY is a 2005 Kawasaki ZX-6R in Green with a 636cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 HVY, 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 HVY registered?

BU05 HVY is a 2005 Kawasaki ZX-6R, first registered on 1 April 2005.

Is BU05 HVY safe to buy?

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