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HX51 LWM

2001 Kawasaki ZX900-E1

Red Petrol 899cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Dec 2026
Tests26 (21 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate80.8%

Mileage

45,579 mi
Last recorded45,579 miles
Recorded on5 Dec 2025
Typical for 2001 Kawasaki ZX900-E116,879 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHX51 LWM
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX900-E1
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine899cc
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MOT History

21 pass 5 fail
Pass 5 Dec 2025 45,579 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2024 43,152 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2023 38,679 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2022 35,399 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2021 31,176 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2020 29,745 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2019 25,827 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 13 Dec 2019 25,827 miles

Direction indicator obviously incorrectly positioned Rear (4.4.3 (a))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 15 Nov 2018 25,825 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2017 25,744 miles

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

Pass 26 Aug 2016 25,489 miles
Fail 26 Aug 2016 25,489 miles

Direction indicators affected by the operation of another lamp (1.5.1c)

Pass 19 Aug 2015 25,119 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2014 24,490 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2013 23,577 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2012 23,199 miles
Fail 30 Oct 2012 23,199 miles

Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 10 Oct 2011 22,816 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2010 21,830 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2009 21,128 miles

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

Pass 4 Oct 2008 20,192 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2007 18,935 miles
Fail 6 Oct 2007 18,935 miles

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

Pass 21 Sep 2006 17,554 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2006 17,554 miles

Registration plate characters laid out in an incorrect format (6.3.4f)

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

Pass 3 Sep 2005 15,672 miles

How Reliable is the Kawasaki ZX900-E1?

Based on 1,484 MOT tests across 213 vehicles.

84.2%
Pass Rate
709
Miles/Year
26
Year Lifespan
213
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 25
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 18
reflector on motorcycle missing 12
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 10
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 10
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HX51 LWM is a 2001 Kawasaki ZX900-E1 in Red with a 899cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80.8%.

Across all 2001 Kawasaki ZX900-E1 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.3% with a typical mileage of 16,879 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 ZX900-E1 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 25 recorded failures. If you're considering buying HX51 LWM, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki ZX900-E1 typically stays on UK roads for around 26 years. At 25 years old, this Kawasaki ZX900-E1 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of HX51 LWM?

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What year was HX51 LWM registered?

HX51 LWM is a 2001 Kawasaki ZX900-E1, first registered on 1 September 2001.

Is HX51 LWM safe to buy?

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