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BV51 BTU

2001 Kawasaki ZX-6R

Blue Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Jul 2027
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

25,461 mi
Last recorded25,461 miles
Recorded on16 Jul 2026
Typical for 2001 Kawasaki ZX-6R19,284 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBV51 BTU
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-6R
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Jul 2026 25,461 miles

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

Pass 19 Jul 2025 23,225 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2024 19,042 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2023 13,961 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2022 11,504 miles

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

Pass 23 Mar 2021 10,187 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2020 9,594 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2019 6,987 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2017 6,407 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2015 5,932 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2014 5,729 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2013 4,785 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2013 4,781 miles

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

Pass 13 Apr 2012 4,091 miles

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

Pass 23 Apr 2011 3,235 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2007 2,952 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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BV51 BTU is a 2001 Kawasaki ZX-6R in Blue with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 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 BV51 BTU, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of BV51 BTU?

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What year was BV51 BTU registered?

BV51 BTU is a 2001 Kawasaki ZX-6R, first registered on 1 October 2001.

Is BV51 BTU safe to buy?

The MOT history for BV51 BTU shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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