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LJ05 HKN

2005 Kawasaki ZX10R

Black Petrol 1000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Feb 2025
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

29,398 mi
Last recorded29,398 miles
Recorded on6 Feb 2024
Typical for 2005 Kawasaki ZX10R16,639 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ05 HKN
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX10R
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,000cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 Feb 2024 29,398 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 13 Jan 2024 29,348 miles

Steering headbearing excessively stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 11 Nov 2022 25,642 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 11 Nov 2022 25,642 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Pass 24 Sep 2021 19,949 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2020 19,920 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2019 19,658 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2018 19,320 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 24 Jan 2017 19,148 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 24 Jan 2017 19,148 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear reflector on motorcycle incorrectly positioned (1.4.2d)

Pass 15 Jan 2016 18,939 miles

non standard exhaust,brakes and brake lines

Pass 23 Jan 2015 17,742 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 14 May 2014 16,859 miles
Pass 20 May 2013 14,653 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2011 13,146 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 28 Aug 2010 10,719 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 28 Aug 2009 8,081 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 28 Aug 2009 8,081 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2008 5,041 miles

How Reliable is the Kawasaki ZX10R?

Based on 1,794 MOT tests across 158 vehicles.

86.6%
Pass Rate
897
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
158
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 14
reflector on motorcycle missing 13
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 7
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 7
Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation 6
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LJ05 HKN is a 2005 Kawasaki ZX10R in Black with a 1,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

Across all 2005 Kawasaki ZX10R models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.7% with a typical mileage of 16,639 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 ZX10R fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 14 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LJ05 HKN, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki ZX10R typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 21 years old, this Kawasaki ZX10R is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was LJ05 HKN registered?

LJ05 HKN is a 2005 Kawasaki ZX10R, first registered on 11 May 2005.

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