2015 Kawasaki ZX 1.0L Petrol · 6 SS

The vehicle is currently roadworthy based on the most recent MOT test, which was passed on 2 October 2024 with only a single advisory notice recorded. With no failures, refusals, or dangerous defects logged across the two tests on file, the available DVSA history does not show a deteriorating or escalating maintenance trend. Instead, the record suggests a stable pattern from an MOT compliance perspective, albeit one drawn from a very limited sample of only two examinations. The mileage profile is unusual for an eleven-year-old machine. At 2,749 recorded miles, this Kawasaki has averaged roughly 250 miles per year over its lifespan, a figure that points to either minimal use, long storage periods, or possibly sporadic short trips. Such low annual usage can be a mixed indicator: components like brake discs, callipers, and suspension linkages can suffer from surface corrosion and seizing when left idle for extended stretches, even though wear-related mileage degradation is minimal. The fact that the MOT entries are separated by just over twelve months, with mileage progression implied between them, is consistent with light recreational use rather than commuter duties. A prospective buyer should physically inspect several areas that low-mileage motorcycles commonly neglect. Brake calipers, discs, and pads should be checked for surface rust and pitting resulting from lack of use, and the rear drum or disc assembly requires careful examination for binding. The exhaust system warrants particular attention given the repeated advisory note regarding noise from both the 2023 and 2024 tests; a persistent exhaust rattle often signals loose mounting brackets, failing internal baffles, or deteriorated rubber hangers. Tyres, the drive chain, and suspension seals also deserve scrutiny, as rubber compounds degrade with age regardless of mileage. Beyond the advisory items, any in-person inspection should include a cold start assessment, a check for fluid leaks around fork seals and the engine casings, and verification that electrical systems function correctly after long periods of inactivity. Given the minimal MOT history available, the overall mechanical picture remains incomplete, and an independent pre-purchase inspection by a motorcycle specialist would be prudent before committing to purchase.