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MX05 BWY

2005 Kawasaki Zr 750 J1H

Black Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 May 2027
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

35,358 mi
Last recorded35,358 miles
Recorded on20 May 2026
Typical for 2005 Kawasaki Zr 750 J1H16,301 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMX05 BWY
MakeKawasaki
ModelZr 750 J1H
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 20 May 2026 35,358 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Jul 2025 35,353 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2024 35,234 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2024 35,234 miles

Central Rear Upper Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 13 Apr 2023 34,800 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2022 34,424 miles
Fail 6 Apr 2022 34,424 miles

Front Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Rear Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 27 Mar 2020 34,052 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2019 33,259 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 28 Mar 2018 32,127 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2017 30,287 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2016 30,282 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2015 29,231 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Pass 27 Jun 2014 28,965 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2014 28,957 miles

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 4 Jun 2013 28,650 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Pass 15 May 2012 27,070 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Fail 15 May 2012 27,070 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

Pass 12 May 2011 25,804 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Fail 9 May 2011 25,796 miles

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

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Nearside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Pass 16 Jun 2009 23,245 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 25 Apr 2008 13,064 miles

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
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MX05 BWY is a 2005 Kawasaki Zr 750 J1H in Black with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

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 MX05 BWY, 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.

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MX05 BWY is a 2005 Kawasaki Zr 750 J1H, first registered on 5 May 2005.

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