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AE04 RVC

2004 Kawasaki ZX10

Black Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Jul 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

19,307 mi
Last recorded19,307 miles
Recorded on17 Jul 2026
Typical for 2004 Kawasaki ZX1017,940 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE04 RVC
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX10
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Jul 2026 19,307 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit tyre close to limit and has cracks in the the treads but no cord showing to warrant a fail (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively slight backward and forward movement but not excessive (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

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

Fail 9 Jul 2026 19,306 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator obviously incorrectly positioned to close together and obscured by number plate (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator obviously incorrectly positioned to close together and obscured by number plate (4.4.3 (a))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit tyre close to limit and has cracks in the the treads but no cord showing to warrant a fail (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively slight backward and forward movement but not excessive (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

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

Fail 8 Jul 2026 19,305 miles

Front Headlamp aim projected beam image obviously incorrect Kick up goes to O/S instead of N/S (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator light intensity significantly reduced Hidden behind registration plate (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator light intensity significantly reduced Hidden behind registration plate (4.4.3 (a))

Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls Does not illuminate when F/brake is applied (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Offside Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Exhaust silencer slightly loose (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 5 Jun 2025 19,064 miles

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

Pass 18 May 2024 18,472 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 27 May 2023 18,042 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 28 Apr 2022 17,750 miles
Pass 24 May 2018 17,746 miles
Pass 4 May 2017 17,521 miles
Pass 17 May 2016 17,510 miles
Pass 22 May 2015 17,315 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2013 16,747 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2012 15,911 miles

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

Pass 11 Jul 2011 14,758 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2010 12,695 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2009 12,351 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2008 11,847 miles
Pass 22 May 2007 10,185 miles

How Reliable is the Kawasaki ZX10?

Based on 2,585 MOT tests across 274 vehicles.

84.8%
Pass Rate
694
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
274
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 34
reflector on motorcycle missing 29
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 22
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 20
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 18
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AE04 RVC is a 2004 Kawasaki ZX10 in Black with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 2004 Kawasaki ZX10 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.3% with a typical mileage of 17,940 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Kawasaki ZX10 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 34 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AE04 RVC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki ZX10 typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 22 years old, this Kawasaki ZX10 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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AE04 RVC is a 2004 Kawasaki ZX10, first registered on 10 June 2004.

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