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DC06 HCX

2006 Kawasaki ZX-10R

Black Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 May 2027
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

26,322 mi
Last recorded26,322 miles
Recorded on13 May 2026
Typical for 2006 Kawasaki ZX-10R13,661 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDC06 HCX
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-10R
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 May 2026 26,322 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 15 Aug 2024 26,168 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 9 Sep 2023 26,099 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2022 25,955 miles

Alloy banjo brake fittings fitted to front brake hoses.

Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Clutch lever shortened (6.2.7 (b))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 24 Sep 2022 25,955 miles

Alloy banjo brake fittings fitted to front brake hoses.

Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Clutch lever shortened (6.2.7 (b))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Pass 31 Aug 2021 25,783 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 9 Sep 2020 25,408 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2019 25,191 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 25 Aug 2018 24,676 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2017 24,362 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

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

Offside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

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

Fail 1 Aug 2017 24,362 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Nearside Front Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

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

Offside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

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

Pass 3 Aug 2016 23,518 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

How Reliable is the Kawasaki ZX-10R?

Based on 22,031 MOT tests across 2,126 vehicles.

86.8%
Pass Rate
903
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
2,126
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

reflector on motorcycle missing 183
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 183
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 103
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 98
Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height 72
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DC06 HCX is a 2006 Kawasaki ZX-10R in Black with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2006 Kawasaki ZX-10R models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.8% with a typical mileage of 13,661 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-10R fails its MOT is reflector on motorcycle missing, accounting for 183 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DC06 HCX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki ZX-10R typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 20 years old, this Kawasaki ZX-10R is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was DC06 HCX registered?

DC06 HCX is a 2006 Kawasaki ZX-10R, first registered on 31 December 2006.

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