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NK05 BYO

2005 Kawasaki ZX10

Green Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jul 2026
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

28,047 mi
Last recorded28,047 miles
Recorded on17 Jul 2025
Typical for 2005 Kawasaki ZX1015,494 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNK05 BYO
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX10
Year2005
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Jul 2025 28,047 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2023 27,966 miles

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 15 Mar 2022 27,398 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2020 26,449 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2019 25,132 miles

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 14 Jul 2018 24,649 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2017 24,075 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2016 23,536 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2015 22,125 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2015 22,121 miles

Front Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 9 Jul 2014 19,837 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2013 17,096 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2013 16,823 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2011 15,713 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2010 15,712 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2010 15,712 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 22 Jul 2009 14,332 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2008 10,107 miles

How Reliable is the Kawasaki ZX10?

Based on 2,585 MOT tests across 274 vehicles.

84.8%
Pass Rate
694
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
274
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 34
reflector on motorcycle missing 29
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 22
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 20
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 18
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NK05 BYO is a 2005 Kawasaki ZX10 in Green with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 2005 Kawasaki ZX10 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.5% with a typical mileage of 15,494 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Kawasaki ZX10 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 34 recorded failures. If you're considering buying NK05 BYO, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki ZX10 typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 21 years old, this Kawasaki ZX10 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was NK05 BYO registered?

NK05 BYO is a 2005 Kawasaki ZX10, first registered on 16 June 2005.

Is NK05 BYO safe to buy?

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