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AY04 BFA

2004 Kawasaki ZX-9R

Green Petrol 899cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Jul 2027
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

40,714 mi
Last recorded40,714 miles
Recorded on22 Jul 2026
Typical for 2004 Kawasaki ZX-9R16,624 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAY04 BFA
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-9R
Year2004
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine899cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 22 Jul 2026 40,714 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2025 38,788 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2024 35,995 miles

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

Fail 22 Jul 2024 35,995 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Jul 2023 32,735 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2022 29,978 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2021 27,817 miles
Pass 17 May 2016 27,130 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Fail 17 May 2016 27,130 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 2 Jun 2015 26,135 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2014 26,099 miles

Nearside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Offside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 28 Feb 2014 26,099 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2013 22,945 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2013 22,945 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 15 Aug 2011 20,288 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2011 20,288 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c) DANGEROUS

Pass 10 Jun 2009 19,577 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2008 18,931 miles

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

Pass 16 Jun 2007 10,182 miles

How Reliable is the Kawasaki ZX-9R?

Based on 103,150 MOT tests across 8,856 vehicles.

83.7%
Pass Rate
814
Miles/Year
32
Year Lifespan
8,856
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 1,678
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 1,258
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 987
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 760
reflector on motorcycle missing 722
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AY04 BFA is a 2004 Kawasaki ZX-9R in Green with a 899cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

Across all 2004 Kawasaki ZX-9R models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.4% with a typical mileage of 16,624 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-9R fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 1,678 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AY04 BFA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki ZX-9R typically stays on UK roads for around 32 years. At 22 years old, this Kawasaki ZX-9R is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was AY04 BFA registered?

AY04 BFA is a 2004 Kawasaki ZX-9R, first registered on 24 April 2004.

Is AY04 BFA safe to buy?

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