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Y148 DJO

2001 Kawasaki ZX6R

Black Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Mar 2027
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

56,301 mi
Last recorded56,301 miles
Recorded on19 Mar 2026
Typical for 2001 Kawasaki ZX6R21,035 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY148 DJO
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX6R
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Mar 2026 56,301 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 4 May 2024 54,890 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2024 54,890 miles

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

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

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

Front Wheel bearing play so excessive it is likely to break up (5.1.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 24 Jun 2022 54,511 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit all (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 13 May 2021 50,882 miles
Fail 13 May 2021 50,882 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 28 Nov 2020 49,896 miles

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

Fail 28 Nov 2020 49,896 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 4 May 2019 42,501 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

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 1 May 2018 36,664 miles
Pass 3 May 2017 32,282 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2015 26,935 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2014 23,585 miles

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

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 9 Apr 2013 14,885 miles

Outer Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 13 Apr 2012 14,015 miles
Pass 23 May 2011 13,055 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2009 12,882 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Pass 14 Apr 2008 12,340 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2007 11,931 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2006 10,783 miles

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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Y148 DJO is a 2001 Kawasaki ZX6R in Black with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 Y148 DJO, 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 Y148 DJO registered?

Y148 DJO is a 2001 Kawasaki ZX6R, first registered on 14 April 2001.

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