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AE03 VRU

2003 Kawasaki ZX900-E1

Grey Petrol 898cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 May 2026
Tests22 (15 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate68.2%

Mileage

21,611 mi
Last recorded21,611 miles
Recorded on16 May 2025
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE03 VRU
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX900-E1
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine898cc
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MOT History

15 pass 7 fail
Pass 16 May 2025 21,611 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Jul 2022 21,556 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2022 21,556 miles

Fuel hose so insecure there is a risk of fire (6.1.3 (a) (ii))

Pass 20 Jul 2021 21,365 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2021 21,365 miles

Brake fluid significantly below minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))

Pass 27 Jun 2020 21,107 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2019 20,865 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2017 20,561 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2016 20,042 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2015 19,414 miles

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

Pass 10 Jun 2015 19,414 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2015 19,384 miles

Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Fail 20 Sep 2012 18,542 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Offside Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Pass 20 Sep 2012 18,542 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Pass 20 Sep 2011 15,663 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2011 15,663 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Pass 17 Jul 2010 15,352 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2009 13,131 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2008 11,150 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2007 9,051 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Pass 14 Jul 2007 9,051 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2006 6,577 miles

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

Front Steering control has reduced clearance at full lock not affecting the riders grasp of handlebars (2.1.2b)

How Reliable is the Kawasaki ZX900-E1?

Based on 1,484 MOT tests across 213 vehicles.

84.2%
Pass Rate
709
Miles/Year
26
Year Lifespan
213
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 25
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 18
reflector on motorcycle missing 12
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 10
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 10
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AE03 VRU is a 2003 Kawasaki ZX900-E1 in Grey with a 898cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.2%.

The most common reason a Kawasaki ZX900-E1 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 25 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AE03 VRU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki ZX900-E1 typically stays on UK roads for around 26 years. At 23 years old, this Kawasaki ZX900-E1 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was AE03 VRU registered?

AE03 VRU is a 2003 Kawasaki ZX900-E1, first registered on 23 July 2003.

Is AE03 VRU safe to buy?

The MOT history for AE03 VRU shows 22 tests with a 68.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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