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FD05 ZWE

2005 Kawasaki ZX-10R

Silver Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Mar 2027
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

35,564 mi
Last recorded35,564 miles
Recorded on26 Mar 2026
Typical for 2005 Kawasaki ZX-10R14,654 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFD05 ZWE
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-10R
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc
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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Mar 2026 35,564 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2025 33,861 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2024 30,291 miles

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

Pass 7 Apr 2023 25,792 miles

Front Brake lining(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

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

Pass 18 Mar 2022 19,415 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2022 19,415 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motorcycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 9 Jan 2021 15,154 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2019 13,862 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2019 10,953 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2009 10,835 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 25 Sep 2009 10,835 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 21 Jul 2008 9,606 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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FD05 ZWE is a 2005 Kawasaki ZX-10R in Silver with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 FD05 ZWE, 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 FD05 ZWE registered?

FD05 ZWE is a 2005 Kawasaki ZX-10R, first registered on 1 June 2005.

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