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BU05 HXL

2005 Kawasaki ZX-6R

Green Petrol 636cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Apr 2019
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

38,600 mi
Last recorded38,600 miles
Recorded on12 Apr 2018
Typical for 2005 Kawasaki ZX-6R13,596 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 12 Apr 2018 38,600 miles

Offside Lower Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Fail 12 Apr 2018 38,600 miles

Offside Lower Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 15 Apr 2017 34,600 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2016 31,342 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2016 31,342 miles

Front Brake disc(s) has excessive run out (3.2.A1m)

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Rear Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Pass 10 Mar 2015 31,132 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

front brake pads corroded

Pass 24 Feb 2014 30,842 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2014 30,842 miles

Front Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Rear Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 9 Feb 2013 30,008 miles

wrong front discs fitted

Fail 2 Feb 2013 29,909 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Front Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 27 Jan 2012 24,406 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2011 20,464 miles

Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 10 Feb 2010 13,692 miles
Fail 2 Feb 2010 13,692 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

Pass 8 Aug 2009 12,872 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2008 10,019 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2008 10,019 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

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

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 HXL is a 2005 Kawasaki ZX-6R in Green with a 636cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

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 HXL, 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 HXL registered?

BU05 HXL is a 2005 Kawasaki ZX-6R, first registered on 20 April 2005.

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