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MX05 VZA

2005 Kawasaki ZX10R

Black Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Apr 2027
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

13,478 mi
Last recorded13,478 miles
Recorded on23 Apr 2026
Typical for 2005 Kawasaki ZX10R16,639 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMX05 VZA
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX10R
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc
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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Apr 2026 13,478 miles

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

Pass 23 Apr 2025 13,418 miles

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

Pass 24 Apr 2024 13,277 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2023 13,184 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2021 13,166 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2020 12,979 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2019 12,767 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2018 12,631 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2018 12,629 miles

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

Pass 16 Mar 2017 12,469 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2015 11,243 miles
Pass 17 May 2014 9,096 miles

Lower Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Fail 24 May 2013 8,451 miles

Rear Lower Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

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

Pass 24 May 2013 8,451 miles

Rear Lower Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 31 May 2012 7,858 miles
Pass 20 May 2011 6,447 miles

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

Pass 25 May 2010 5,668 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 22 May 2009 5,208 miles
Pass 9 May 2008 4,388 miles

How Reliable is the Kawasaki ZX10R?

Based on 1,794 MOT tests across 158 vehicles.

86.6%
Pass Rate
897
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
158
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 14
reflector on motorcycle missing 13
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 7
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 7
Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation 6
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MX05 VZA is a 2005 Kawasaki ZX10R in Black with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

Across all 2005 Kawasaki ZX10R models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.7% with a typical mileage of 16,639 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Kawasaki ZX10R fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 14 recorded failures. If you're considering buying MX05 VZA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki ZX10R typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 21 years old, this Kawasaki ZX10R is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was MX05 VZA registered?

MX05 VZA is a 2005 Kawasaki ZX10R, first registered on 31 May 2005.

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The MOT history for MX05 VZA shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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