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J605 GTR

2003 Kawasaki ZXR750

Green Petrol 749cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 May 2026
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

35,631 mi
Last recorded35,631 miles
Recorded on17 May 2025
Typical for 2003 Kawasaki ZXR75025,234 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ605 GTR
MakeKawasaki
ModelZXR750
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine749cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 May 2025 35,631 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2022 45,337 miles

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

Rear Reduced damping

Solo seat fitted at time of test, pillion footrests inoperable

Fail 12 Sep 2022 45,337 miles

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

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Reduced damping

Solo seat fitted at time of test, pillion footrests inoperable

Pass 15 Sep 2021 43,574 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2020 43,024 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2019 34,044 miles

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

Pass 29 Nov 2013 41,915 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2012 40,892 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2011 39,973 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2011 39,948 miles

Front Brake component has restricted free movement and operation is likely to be impeded (3.2.A1h)

Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.1a)

Offside Handlebar deformed (2.1.1b)

Rear Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 19 Aug 2005 38,236 miles

How Reliable is the Kawasaki ZXR750?

Based on 14,736 MOT tests across 2,313 vehicles.

78.4%
Pass Rate
463
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
2,313
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 503
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 294
reflector on motorcycle missing 219
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 217
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 209
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J605 GTR is a 2003 Kawasaki ZXR750 in Green with a 749cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 2003 Kawasaki ZXR750 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.0% with a typical mileage of 25,234 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 ZXR750 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 503 recorded failures. If you're considering buying J605 GTR, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki ZXR750 typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 23 years old, this Kawasaki ZXR750 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was J605 GTR registered?

J605 GTR is a 2003 Kawasaki ZXR750, first registered on 1 November 2003.

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