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BV51 CEY

2001 Kawasaki ZX-9R

Red Petrol 899cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Apr 2027
Tests23 (17 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate73.9%

Mileage

39,878 mi
Last recorded39,878 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2026
Typical for 2001 Kawasaki ZX-9R19,393 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBV51 CEY
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-9R
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine899cc

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MOT History

17 pass 6 fail
Pass 29 Apr 2026 39,878 miles

Front Steering operation insecure but not likely to impede the steering (2.1.4 (e))

Fail 25 Apr 2026 39,869 miles

Rear Direction indicator obviously incorrectly positioned MIN 180 APART (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements TO SMALL (0.1 (d))

Front Steering operation insecure but not likely to impede the steering (2.1.4 (e))

Pass 31 Mar 2025 35,053 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2024 34,636 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2023 34,398 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2023 34,395 miles

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

Rear Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.4 (a))

Pass 24 Mar 2022 34,123 miles

Offside headlamp not working on low beam

Pass 26 Feb 2021 34,063 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2020 33,897 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2017 32,593 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Fail 24 Nov 2017 32,593 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 5 Nov 2016 29,527 miles

Nearside Front Upper Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Fail 5 Nov 2016 29,527 miles

Central Rear Lower Roller brake test indicates brake effort rise disproportional to brake lever or pedal effort Air bled from rear brake (3.3.A1c)

Nearside Front Upper Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 27 Nov 2015 25,510 miles

Offside Rear Lower Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Fail 27 Nov 2015 25,510 miles

Centre Rear Upper Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Offside Rear Lower Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 26 Nov 2014 23,144 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2013 21,871 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2012 21,105 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2010 20,892 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2009 20,001 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2008 19,686 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2007 16,155 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 26 Mar 2007 16,155 miles

How Reliable is the Kawasaki ZX-9R?

Based on 103,150 MOT tests across 8,856 vehicles.

83.7%
Pass Rate
814
Miles/Year
32
Year Lifespan
8,856
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 1,678
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 1,258
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 987
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 760
reflector on motorcycle missing 722
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BV51 CEY is a 2001 Kawasaki ZX-9R in Red with a 899cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.9%.

Across all 2001 Kawasaki ZX-9R models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.8% with a typical mileage of 19,393 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-9R fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 1,678 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BV51 CEY, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki ZX-9R typically stays on UK roads for around 32 years. At 25 years old, this Kawasaki ZX-9R is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BV51 CEY registered?

BV51 CEY is a 2001 Kawasaki ZX-9R, first registered on 21 December 2001.

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