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AE03 VTC

2003 Kawasaki ZX-6R

Blue Petrol 636cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jul 2026
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

52,377 mi
Last recorded52,377 miles
Recorded on18 Jul 2025
Typical for 2003 Kawasaki ZX-6R15,850 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE03 VTC
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-6R
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine636cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Jul 2025 52,377 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2024 51,366 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2023 50,641 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 19 Mar 2021 48,476 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2019 45,112 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2018 43,484 miles
Pass 24 Dec 2016 43,307 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

slight crack in rear disc

Fail 24 Dec 2016 43,307 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

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

slight crack in rear disc

Fail 9 Sep 2016 43,278 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

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

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

Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c) DANGEROUS

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a) DANGEROUS

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3) DANGEROUS

Locking device(s) not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h) DANGEROUS

Pass 7 Apr 2015 36,739 miles
Pass 31 May 2014 36,206 miles
Fail 31 May 2014 36,206 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 11 Apr 2013 34,804 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2013 34,796 miles

Rear An item not tested (Manual)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 27 Jan 2012 33,264 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2011 29,603 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2009 25,943 miles

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

Pass 18 Oct 2008 22,550 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2006 17,566 miles

How Reliable is the Kawasaki ZX-6R?

Based on 204,826 MOT tests across 18,598 vehicles.

81.7%
Pass Rate
847
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
18,598
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 4,042
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 2,214
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 2,163
reflector on motorcycle missing 2,083
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 1,640
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AE03 VTC is a 2003 Kawasaki ZX-6R in Blue with a 636cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

Across all 2003 Kawasaki ZX-6R models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.2% with a typical mileage of 15,850 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 ZX-6R fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 4,042 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AE03 VTC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki ZX-6R typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 23 years old, this Kawasaki ZX-6R is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AE03 VTC registered?

AE03 VTC is a 2003 Kawasaki ZX-6R, first registered on 19 May 2003.

Is AE03 VTC safe to buy?

The MOT history for AE03 VTC shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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