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BV51 BYO

2001 Kawasaki ZX-6R

Black Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Mar 2011
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

27,970 mi
Last recorded27,970 miles
Recorded on4 Mar 2010
Typical for 2001 Kawasaki ZX-6R19,284 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBV51 BYO
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-6R
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Mar 2010 27,970 miles

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

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

Offside Fairings insecure but not likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Fail 3 Mar 2010 27,967 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Rear Footrest missing (6.2.1a)

Rear wheel spindle securing nut locking device missing (2.4.A.2b)

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

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

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

Offside Fairings insecure but not likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 2 Jan 2009 23,377 miles

Offside Headlamp damaged but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

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

Pass 3 Jul 2007 18,212 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2007 18,212 miles

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

Pass 31 May 2006 14,178 miles
Fail 30 May 2006 14,175 miles

Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

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 BYO is a 2001 Kawasaki ZX-6R in Black with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 BYO, 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 BV51 BYO registered?

BV51 BYO is a 2001 Kawasaki ZX-6R, first registered on 24 November 2001.

Is BV51 BYO safe to buy?

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