2006 Kawasaki Zxr MOT Pass Rate
Pass rate for Zxr models manufactured in 2006, based on 44 real MOT test results.
Data from official DVSA MOT testing records
2006 Kawasaki Zxr MOT Analysis
The 2006 Kawasaki Zxr has an MOT pass rate of 75.0% based on 44 tests — above the UK average for UK vehicles. Cars of this vintage present for MOT with an average of 15,441 miles on the odometer. With a 25.0% failure rate, the 2006 Zxr is rated as "Very Good" for MOT reliability.
The leading cause of MOT failure for the 2006 Kawasaki Zxr is Motorcycle lamps and reflectors, responsible for 2.3% of failures. Lighting failures cover all external lights: headlights, tail lights, brake lights, indicators, fog lights, and reflectors. A single blown bulb will cause an MOT fail. This is one of the most preventable failure categories. Typical repair costs range from £5–50.
Top failures specific to 2006 models only. The overall Zxr page may show different rankings.
What Fails Most
What Fails on This Car?
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| Rank | Failure Category | Rate (%) | Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Motorcycle Lamps And Reflectors | 2.3% | 1 |
Failures per 10,000 Miles
avg. 15,441 miFor every 10,000 miles driven, this shows what percentage of MOT tests fail for each category. This accounts for how far cars are actually driven, not just raw pass/fail counts.
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| Category | Rate / 10K mi | Raw % | Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| Motorcycle lamps and reflectors | 1.47 | 2.3% | 1 |
Mileage Statistics
Mileage-adjusted failure rate — accounts for how much this model year is typically driven.
About This Data
The 2006 Kawasaki Zxr has an MOT pass rate of 75.0% based on 44 tests — above the UK average for UK vehicles. Cars of this vintage present for MOT with an average of 15,441 miles on the odometer. With a 25.0% failure rate, the 2006 Zxr is rated as "Very Good" for MOT reliability.
If you own or are considering buying a 2006 Kawasaki Zxr, you can expect reliable MOT performance overall. Before your MOT, pay particular attention to motorcycle lamps and reflectors: Walk around the car and check every light — headlights (dipped and main beam), side lights, tail lights, brake lights, indicators, hazard lights, reverse light, rear fog light, and number plate lights. Replace any blown bulbs before the test. With relatively low average mileage of 15,441 miles, many of these vehicles are still in good mechanical condition.
Motorcycle lamps and reflectors — 2.3% of failures
Motorcycle lamps and reflectors issues account for 2.3% of MOT failures on 2006 Kawasaki Zxr models. Lighting failures cover all external lights: headlights, tail lights, brake lights, indicators, fog lights, and reflectors. A single blown bulb will cause an MOT fail. This is one of the most preventable failure categories. Typical repair costs: £5–50. Pre-MOT check: Walk around the car and check every light — headlights (dipped and main beam), side lights, tail lights, brake lights, indicators, hazard lights, reverse light, rear fog light, and number plate lights. Replace any blown bulbs before the test.
Based on DVSA anonymised MOT test data (2005–2024). Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0.