CarVerify

Free Car Check

GX05 DFV

2005 Kawasaki Zr 750 J1H

Red Petrol 748cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Sep 2027
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

33,284 mi
Last recorded33,284 miles
Recorded on1 Oct 2026
Typical for 2005 Kawasaki Zr 750 J1H16,301 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Kawasaki
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £14.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationGX05 DFV
MakeKawasaki
ModelZr 750 J1H
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Oct 2026 33,284 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2026 33,256 miles

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

Front Riders seat insecure (6.2.5 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 30 Aug 2025 30,640 miles

Front Flash to pass switch inop, but can be activated via high/low beam switch

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

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

Pass 30 Aug 2024 27,624 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2024 27,624 miles

Offside Front Brake hose connection leaking at union (1.1.12 (c))

Pass 8 Sep 2023 24,576 miles

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 10 Sep 2022 20,757 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Jun 2011 18,640 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2009 17,373 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2008 15,224 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Fail 27 Feb 2008 15,224 miles

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

How Reliable is the Kawasaki Zr 750 J1H?

Based on 5,240 MOT tests across 439 vehicles.

83.2%
Pass Rate
965
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
439
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 60
reflector on motorcycle missing 49
Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height 20
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 19
Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation 18
Full Kawasaki Zr 750 J1H reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

GX05 DFV is a 2005 Kawasaki Zr 750 J1H in Red with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 2005 Kawasaki Zr 750 J1H models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.3% with a typical mileage of 16,301 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 Zr 750 J1H fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 60 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GX05 DFV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki Zr 750 J1H typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 21 years old, this Kawasaki Zr 750 J1H is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of GX05 DFV?

You can check the full history of GX05 DFV by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was GX05 DFV registered?

GX05 DFV is a 2005 Kawasaki Zr 750 J1H, first registered on 1 March 2005.

Is GX05 DFV safe to buy?

The MOT history for GX05 DFV shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does GX05 DFV have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on GX05 DFV. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.