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YJ55 MZV

2005 Kawasaki ZX636

Green Petrol 636cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jul 2017
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

14,287 mi
Last recorded14,287 miles
Recorded on22 Jun 2026
Typical for 2005 Kawasaki ZX63615,112 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYJ55 MZV
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX636
Year2005
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine636cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Fail 22 Jun 2026 14,287 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))

Nearside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.12 (a))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Rear Brake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Rear Brake performance unable to be tested (1.2.1 (g))

Front Brake disc fractured (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive Slight tight spots (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 9 Jul 2016 13,717 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2015 13,519 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2013 12,958 miles

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

Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Pass 2 Aug 2013 12,958 miles

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

Pass 3 Aug 2012 12,036 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2011 10,757 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2010 9,793 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 29 Sep 2009 7,179 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

rear light cluster has indicator and side/stop built together not very clear.

Pass 2 May 2009 6,687 miles

number plate slightly small

Fail 2 May 2009 6,687 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

number plate slightly small

How Reliable is the Kawasaki ZX636?

Based on 1,785 MOT tests across 177 vehicles.

81.6%
Pass Rate
818
Miles/Year
24
Year Lifespan
177
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 35
reflector on motorcycle missing 25
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 18
Horn not working 9
Direction indicator missing 9
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YJ55 MZV is a 2005 Kawasaki ZX636 in Green with a 636cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 2005 Kawasaki ZX636 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.4% with a typical mileage of 15,112 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 ZX636 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 35 recorded failures. If you're considering buying YJ55 MZV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki ZX636 typically stays on UK roads for around 24 years. At 21 years old, this Kawasaki ZX636 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was YJ55 MZV registered?

YJ55 MZV is a 2005 Kawasaki ZX636, first registered on 11 November 2005.

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