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AE53 WHV

2003 Kawasaki ZX-6R

Orange Petrol 636cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Jul 2027
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

43,868 mi
Last recorded43,868 miles
Recorded on18 Jul 2026
Typical for 2003 Kawasaki ZX-6R15,850 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE53 WHV
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-6R
Year2003
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine636cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Jul 2026 43,868 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2026 43,867 miles

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 1 Jul 2025 42,023 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit FR. Tyre 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Tyre worn close to the legal limit Rear tyre 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 8 Jul 2024 39,765 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit Front. tyre 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 1 Jul 2024 39,759 miles

Registration plate lamp missing in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Tyre worn close to the legal limit Front. tyre 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 5 Jul 2023 38,113 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2022 34,270 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2022 34,270 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamp(s) (4.7.2 (a))

Pass 28 Jun 2021 29,703 miles

Central Rear Registration plate lamp missing in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 10 Jul 2020 37,964 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2019 32,192 miles

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

Pass 7 Mar 2018 28,944 miles

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

Pass 10 Mar 2017 26,257 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2017 26,257 miles

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

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 12 Mar 2010 10,528 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2009 7,989 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2007 5,939 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2007 5,744 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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AE53 WHV is a 2003 Kawasaki ZX-6R in Orange with a 636cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 AE53 WHV, 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 AE53 WHV registered?

AE53 WHV is a 2003 Kawasaki ZX-6R, first registered on 27 October 2003.

Is AE53 WHV safe to buy?

The MOT history for AE53 WHV shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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