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FX51 HGU

2001 Kawasaki ZX-9R

Green Petrol 899cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 May 2027
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

23,557 mi
Last recorded23,557 miles
Recorded on9 May 2026
Typical for 2001 Kawasaki ZX-9R19,393 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFX51 HGU
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-9R
Year2001
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine899cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 May 2026 23,557 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2025 23,515 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2024 23,490 miles
Pass 2 May 2023 23,483 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2022 23,085 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2021 22,086 miles
Pass 2 May 2020 21,802 miles

Central Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 9 May 2019 20,050 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2014 19,834 miles

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

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

Fail 21 Aug 2014 19,834 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a) DANGEROUS

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

Front wheel bearings not tested due to front brake binding .

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

Pass 9 Jan 2013 19,537 miles
Fail 8 Jan 2013 19,536 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Offside Front Direction indicator insecure (1.5.3b)

Pass 24 Mar 2010 19,377 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2009 19,192 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2008 18,925 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2007 18,472 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2005 14,521 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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FX51 HGU is a 2001 Kawasaki ZX-9R in Green with a 899cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 FX51 HGU, 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 FX51 HGU registered?

FX51 HGU is a 2001 Kawasaki ZX-9R, first registered on 3 September 2001.

Is FX51 HGU safe to buy?

The MOT history for FX51 HGU shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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