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BV51 BXL

2001 Kawasaki ZX-6R

Blue Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Apr 2025
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

34,434 mi
Last recorded34,434 miles
Recorded on30 Apr 2024
Typical for 2001 Kawasaki ZX-6R19,284 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 30 Apr 2024 34,434 miles

Central Front Lower Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Outer Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Offside Rear Upper Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Offside Rear Upper Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 21 Feb 2023 31,015 miles

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Central Rear Upper Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (b))

Offside Rear Upper Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 21 Feb 2023 31,005 miles

Central Front Steering headbearing has excessive wear or free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Offside Front Upper Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Central Rear Upper Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (b))

Offside Rear Upper Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 15 Feb 2022 28,852 miles
Fail 15 Feb 2022 28,852 miles

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements number plate too small (0.1 (d))

Pass 29 Apr 2021 27,886 miles

Front Position lamp incorrect colour (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Fail 29 Apr 2021 27,886 miles

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

Front Position lamp incorrect colour (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Jul 2019 26,440 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 17 Jul 2019 26,439 miles

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

Steering headbearing excessively stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

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

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 5 Jul 2018 25,660 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 5 Jul 2018 25,660 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Riders seat insecure (6.2.5 (a) (ii))

Pass 10 Jul 2017 25,246 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2016 24,865 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2015 23,966 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2014 22,241 miles

Rear Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 15 Jun 2013 20,317 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2008 18,794 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 3 May 2007 17,481 miles
Pass 9 May 2006 11,850 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 BXL is a 2001 Kawasaki ZX-6R in Blue 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 BV51 BXL, 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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BV51 BXL is a 2001 Kawasaki ZX-6R, first registered on 10 December 2001.

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