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WX05 VXM

2005 Kawasaki ZR750

Blue Petrol 750cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Apr 2027
Tests26 (18 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

36,869 mi
Last recorded36,869 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2026
Typical for 2005 Kawasaki ZR75018,178 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWX05 VXM
MakeKawasaki
ModelZR750
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine750cc

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MOT History

18 pass 8 fail
Pass 29 Apr 2026 36,869 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 25 Apr 2026 36,840 miles

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

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

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 16 Oct 2023 36,747 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Lower Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Rear Lower Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Pass 28 Sep 2022 35,094 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 28 Sep 2022 35,094 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

Pass 7 Sep 2021 33,718 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2021 33,718 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 30 Sep 2020 31,510 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2020 30,702 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2020 30,702 miles

Front Tyre tread not clearly visible (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 6 Jul 2019 29,378 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Jul 2018 28,373 miles

Chain guard not fixed properly but is not dangerously loose

Nearside Rear Pillion footrest bolt half out of thread but has no rear pillion seat

Pass 21 Mar 2017 27,817 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2017 27,817 miles

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

Pass 30 Jan 2016 24,258 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2015 23,270 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2014 20,592 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2013 17,753 miles

Oil leak

nearside fork dust cover corroded

nearside lower water pipe corroded too excess

Fail 12 Apr 2013 17,753 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Oil leak

nearside fork dust cover corroded

nearside lower water pipe corroded too excess

Pass 19 Apr 2012 15,100 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2011 12,396 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2010 9,850 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2009 7,312 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2009 7,312 miles

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

Pass 10 Apr 2008 4,573 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2008 4,573 miles

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

Rear position lamp obscured more than 50% (1.1.1d)

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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WX05 VXM is a 2005 Kawasaki ZR750 in Blue with a 750cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 WX05 VXM, 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 WX05 VXM registered?

WX05 VXM is a 2005 Kawasaki ZR750, first registered on 28 April 2005.

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