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SP51 BCK

2001 Kawasaki ZZR600

Blue Petrol 598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Apr 2026
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

25,048 mi
Last recorded25,048 miles
Recorded on25 Apr 2025
Typical for 2001 Kawasaki ZZR60019,286 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSP51 BCK
MakeKawasaki
ModelZZR600
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 25 Apr 2025 25,048 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2024 24,967 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2019 24,956 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2019 24,956 miles

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

Pass 30 Jul 2018 22,824 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2017 19,057 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2017 19,057 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Pass 8 Aug 2016 15,889 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2016 15,889 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Pass 14 Aug 2015 11,393 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2014 7,411 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 19 Aug 2014 7,411 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 26 Feb 2011 7,336 miles

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

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 23 May 2009 7,102 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Fail 23 May 2009 7,102 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Nearside Rear Exhaust mounting does not fully support the exhaust system (7.1.1.c)

Pass 20 Jun 2008 5,037 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)

How Reliable is the Kawasaki ZZR600?

Based on 64,083 MOT tests across 6,484 vehicles.

82.2%
Pass Rate
749
Miles/Year
36
Year Lifespan
6,484
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 1,236
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 1,122
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 815
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 657
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 637
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SP51 BCK is a 2001 Kawasaki ZZR600 in Blue with a 598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

Across all 2001 Kawasaki ZZR600 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.1% with a typical mileage of 19,286 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 ZZR600 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 1,236 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SP51 BCK, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki ZZR600 typically stays on UK roads for around 36 years. At 25 years old, this Kawasaki ZZR600 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was SP51 BCK registered?

SP51 BCK is a 2001 Kawasaki ZZR600, first registered on 2 November 2001.

Is SP51 BCK safe to buy?

The MOT history for SP51 BCK shows 16 tests with a 68.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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