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AE04 VHX

2004 Kawasaki ZX-10R

Green Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Apr 2027
Tests24 (19 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate79.2%

Mileage

42,113 mi
Last recorded42,113 miles
Recorded on1 Apr 2026
Typical for 2004 Kawasaki ZX-10R16,033 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE04 VHX
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-10R
Year2004
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

19 pass 5 fail
Pass 1 Apr 2026 42,113 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 27 Mar 2025 40,857 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2024 40,293 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2023 39,381 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2022 38,179 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2022 38,179 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Pass 2 Mar 2021 36,792 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2021 36,784 miles

Offside Front Brake hose excessively chafed (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 22 Feb 2020 36,009 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2020 36,007 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motorcycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 22 Feb 2019 34,583 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2018 32,625 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2017 30,512 miles

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

Pass 9 Feb 2016 28,553 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2015 26,443 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2013 23,900 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2012 21,534 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2011 19,921 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2010 16,974 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2010 16,974 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle incorrectly positioned (1.4.2d)

Pass 12 Aug 2009 13,694 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

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

Pass 16 Jun 2008 10,732 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2007 8,491 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2007 8,382 miles

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

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

How Reliable is the Kawasaki ZX-10R?

Based on 22,031 MOT tests across 2,126 vehicles.

86.8%
Pass Rate
903
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
2,126
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

reflector on motorcycle missing 183
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 183
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 103
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 98
Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height 72
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AE04 VHX is a 2004 Kawasaki ZX-10R in Green with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 79.2%.

Across all 2004 Kawasaki ZX-10R models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.2% with a typical mileage of 16,033 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-10R fails its MOT is reflector on motorcycle missing, accounting for 183 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AE04 VHX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki ZX-10R typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 22 years old, this Kawasaki ZX-10R is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AE04 VHX registered?

AE04 VHX is a 2004 Kawasaki ZX-10R, first registered on 17 June 2004.

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