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WU05 FAJ

2005 Kawasaki ZR750

Black Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Aug 2026
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

60,448 mi
Last recorded60,448 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2025
Typical for 2005 Kawasaki ZR75018,178 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWU05 FAJ
MakeKawasaki
ModelZR750
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 12 Aug 2025 60,448 miles

Central Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

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

Nearside Rear Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Nearside Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 15 Aug 2024 56,492 miles

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

Fail 13 Aug 2024 56,479 miles

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

Nearside Front Handlebar grip insecure to handlebar (2.2.1 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 1 Aug 2023 53,616 miles
Pass 3 May 2022 50,346 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit tyre worn uneven. (5.2.3 (e))

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

bolt missing from side stand mount.

Pass 19 Apr 2021 48,454 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2021 48,454 miles

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

Pass 29 May 2019 41,152 miles
Fail 29 May 2019 41,152 miles

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 30 May 2018 32,498 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

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

Pass 16 May 2017 28,933 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2017 28,933 miles

Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Pass 3 Mar 2016 28,715 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2014 27,859 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2013 23,654 miles

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

Pass 6 Jul 2012 19,247 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2012 19,247 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Pass 14 Jul 2011 9,609 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2011 5,049 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2009 4,017 miles
Pass 28 May 2009 3,816 miles

How Reliable is the Kawasaki ZR750?

Based on 2,739 MOT tests across 246 vehicles.

83.5%
Pass Rate
882
Miles/Year
35
Year Lifespan
246
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 46
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 15
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 11
reflector on motorcycle missing 10
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 9
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WU05 FAJ is a 2005 Kawasaki ZR750 in Black with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

Across all 2005 Kawasaki ZR750 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.0% with a typical mileage of 18,178 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 ZR750 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 46 recorded failures. If you're considering buying WU05 FAJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki ZR750 typically stays on UK roads for around 35 years. At 21 years old, this Kawasaki ZR750 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was WU05 FAJ registered?

WU05 FAJ is a 2005 Kawasaki ZR750, first registered on 5 August 2005.

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