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BV51 BVJ

2001 Kawasaki ZX-6R

Yellow Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Jun 2027
Tests25 (20 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

24,440 mi
Last recorded24,440 miles
Recorded on13 Jun 2026
Typical for 2001 Kawasaki ZX-6R19,284 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBV51 BVJ
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-6R
Year2001
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

20 pass 5 fail
Pass 13 Jun 2026 24,440 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 21 Jun 2025 23,737 miles

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

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 28 Jun 2024 22,607 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 2 Dec 2022 22,121 miles

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

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Pass 3 Nov 2021 19,949 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 27 Oct 2021 19,932 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 12 Nov 2020 18,959 miles

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

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

Fail 12 Nov 2020 18,959 miles

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

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

Rear Motorcycle structure joining/attachment plate or fastening insecure chain adjusters (6.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 8 Nov 2019 18,010 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 8 Nov 2019 18,010 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 Sep 2018 16,014 miles

Exhaust Noisy

Fail 21 Sep 2018 16,014 miles

Exhaust Noisy

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 30 Sep 2017 14,650 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Sep 2016 13,391 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 6 Jun 2015 12,413 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 21 Jun 2014 11,741 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 8 Jun 2013 11,321 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 13 Jun 2012 10,167 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2012 10,167 miles

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

Pass 18 Jan 2011 8,547 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2010 7,936 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2009 7,552 miles

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

Pass 19 Jan 2008 7,229 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2007 6,643 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2006 6,037 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 BVJ is a 2001 Kawasaki ZX-6R in Yellow with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 BV51 BVJ, 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

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What year was BV51 BVJ registered?

BV51 BVJ is a 2001 Kawasaki ZX-6R, first registered on 28 November 2001.

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