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MX51 VBD

2001 Kawasaki ZX6R

Blue Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Apr 2026
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

40,058 mi
Last recorded40,058 miles
Recorded on2 Apr 2025
Typical for 2001 Kawasaki ZX6R21,035 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMX51 VBD
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX6R
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Apr 2025 40,058 miles

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

Pass 17 Apr 2024 39,074 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2024 39,074 miles

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

Pass 19 Apr 2023 39,033 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2022 38,906 miles
Pass 27 May 2020 38,801 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2019 38,141 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2016 32,674 miles

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

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

Fail 22 Apr 2016 32,674 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

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

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

Pass 29 Oct 2014 30,265 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2013 25,530 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2012 21,852 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2011 16,849 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2010 13,418 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

Front Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Pass 18 Aug 2010 13,418 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2009 10,525 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2008 5,753 miles

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

Pass 7 Sep 2007 4,468 miles

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

Pass 7 Sep 2006 4,160 miles

How Reliable is the Kawasaki ZX6R?

Based on 10,134 MOT tests across 1,066 vehicles.

79.7%
Pass Rate
827
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
1,066
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 261
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 140
reflector on motorcycle missing 140
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 121
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 104
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MX51 VBD is a 2001 Kawasaki ZX6R in Blue with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

Across all 2001 Kawasaki ZX6R models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.7% with a typical mileage of 21,035 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Kawasaki ZX6R fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 261 recorded failures. If you're considering buying MX51 VBD, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki ZX6R typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 25 years old, this Kawasaki ZX6R is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was MX51 VBD registered?

MX51 VBD is a 2001 Kawasaki ZX6R, first registered on 3 September 2001.

Is MX51 VBD safe to buy?

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