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DX05 NWN

2005 Kawasaki ZX-10R

Green Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Jun 2027
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

17,680 mi
Last recorded17,680 miles
Recorded on11 Jun 2026
Typical for 2005 Kawasaki ZX-10R14,654 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDX05 NWN
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-10R
Year2005
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 11 Jun 2026 17,680 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2024 17,583 miles

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

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear reflector obviously incorrectly positioned (4.8.2 (a) (i))

Solo seat fitted at time of test, pillion footrests inoperable

Pass 26 Jun 2023 17,259 miles

Solo seat fitted at time of test, pillion footrests inoperable

Pass 9 Jun 2022 16,957 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator insecure (4.4.1 (c) (i))

Solo seat fitted at time of test, pillion footrests inoperable

Fail 7 Jun 2022 16,954 miles

Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Handlebar retaining device loose (2.2.1 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator insecure (4.4.1 (c) (i))

Solo seat fitted at time of test, pillion footrests inoperable

Pass 18 Mar 2020 16,771 miles

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

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

Solo seat fitted at time of test, pillion footrests inoperable

Fail 18 Mar 2020 16,771 miles

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

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

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

Solo seat fitted at time of test, pillion footrests inoperable

Pass 19 Jul 2018 16,120 miles

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

solo seat fitted at time of test, pillion footrests inoperable

Fail 19 Jul 2018 16,120 miles

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

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

solo seat fitted at time of test, pillion footrests inoperable

Pass 18 May 2017 14,231 miles
Pass 3 May 2016 11,778 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Fail 3 May 2016 11,778 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 31 Mar 2015 9,523 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2014 8,596 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2012 8,576 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2011 8,412 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Fail 24 Sep 2009 8,018 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 24 Sep 2009 8,018 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2008 6,252 miles

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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DX05 NWN is a 2005 Kawasaki ZX-10R in Green with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

Across all 2005 Kawasaki ZX-10R models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.4% with a typical mileage of 14,654 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 DX05 NWN, 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 21 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 DX05 NWN registered?

DX05 NWN is a 2005 Kawasaki ZX-10R, first registered on 1 June 2005.

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