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BU51 JZF

2001 Kawasaki ZX-6R

Green Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Jul 2027
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

27,349 mi
Last recorded27,349 miles
Recorded on15 Jul 2026
Typical for 2001 Kawasaki ZX-6R19,284 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU51 JZF
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-6R
Year2001
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 15 Jul 2026 27,349 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2026 27,349 miles

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

Throttle control functioning such that safe operation of the motorcycle is adversely affected (6.2.7 (a) (ii))

Fail 25 Feb 2026 27,328 miles

Central Front Lower Brake indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort Brake Reading On Rolling Rd Brake Tester Fluctuating Excessively, (Suspect Sticking Brake Caliper Piston) (1.2.1 (e))

Central Front Upper Headlamp aim too low Headlamp Aim To Low (4.1.2 (a))

Central Rear Lower Rear reflector missing Reflector Missing , New Fitted PRS (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Upper Fairing Cage To Frame Bolt Not Securing Cage Properly N/S/F

Pass 14 Dec 2024 26,295 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2024 25,846 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2019 24,312 miles
Pass 5 May 2017 24,109 miles

Offside Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 10 Jun 2015 23,743 miles
Fail 8 May 2015 23,740 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Registration plate displaying a honeycomb or similar effect background (6.3.3)

Pass 15 Apr 2014 23,156 miles

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

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

rear pads slight uneven wear

Pass 2 Apr 2013 18,679 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 20 Mar 2012 12,256 miles

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

Pass 27 Apr 2011 11,807 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2009 11,612 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 29 Sep 2009 41,771 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator deteriorated and function impaired (1.5.3a)

Steering lock stop maladjusted (2.1.3)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 20 Sep 2008 10,908 miles

Rear Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Fail 20 Sep 2008 10,908 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Pass 1 Sep 2007 9,394 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2006 8,210 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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BU51 JZF is a 2001 Kawasaki ZX-6R in Green with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

Across all 2001 Kawasaki ZX-6R models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.4% with a typical mileage of 19,284 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 BU51 JZF, 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 25 years old, this Kawasaki ZX-6R is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was BU51 JZF registered?

BU51 JZF is a 2001 Kawasaki ZX-6R, first registered on 3 September 2001.

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