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SP51 AYW

2001 Kawasaki ZX6R

Blue Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 May 2027
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

17,945 mi
Last recorded17,945 miles
Recorded on6 May 2026
Typical for 2001 Kawasaki ZX6R21,035 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSP51 AYW
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX6R
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 May 2026 17,945 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2025 16,332 miles

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

Pass 1 Apr 2024 15,908 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2022 15,695 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2019 13,973 miles

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

headlamps masked for a level beam aim pattern

Pass 29 Jul 2017 13,648 miles

headlamps masked for level beam pattern

Pass 11 Jul 2016 13,303 miles

headlamps masked for right hand kick up pattern

Pass 22 Jul 2015 13,061 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

front brake slightly sticky

Pass 11 Jul 2014 12,985 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 16 Jul 2013 12,647 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 21 Jul 2012 11,420 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 9 Jul 2011 9,760 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

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

Pass 5 Jul 2010 7,155 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 3 Jul 2009 5,256 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Fail 3 Jul 2009 5,256 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Rear Brake hose is likely to be fouled or trapped by moving parts (3.2.B2c)

Pass 14 Jun 2008 5,248 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 7 Jun 2007 5,214 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 30 Jun 2006 5,041 miles

headlamp masks/converters fitted

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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SP51 AYW is a 2001 Kawasaki ZX6R in Blue with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 SP51 AYW, 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 SP51 AYW registered?

SP51 AYW is a 2001 Kawasaki ZX6R, first registered on 18 October 2001.

Is SP51 AYW safe to buy?

The MOT history for SP51 AYW shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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