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AY04 BHP

2004 Kawasaki ZX-10R

Blue Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Jun 2027
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

25,926 mi
Last recorded25,926 miles
Recorded on26 Jun 2026
Typical for 2004 Kawasaki ZX-10R16,033 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAY04 BHP
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-10R
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Jun 2026 25,926 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 26 Jun 2026 25,926 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Front Stop lamp switch with a delay in operation (4.3.2 (a) (ii))

Rear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 17 Jun 2019 24,867 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2018 23,540 miles

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 14 Jun 2018 23,540 miles

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 19 Jun 2017 21,820 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2017 21,820 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Pass 29 Oct 2015 14,321 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2014 12,186 miles

rear tyre valve starting to perish

Pass 31 Oct 2013 11,446 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2012 10,827 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2011 8,828 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2010 7,180 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2009 5,556 miles

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

Pass 14 Aug 2008 2,498 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2007 1,101 miles

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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AY04 BHP is a 2004 Kawasaki ZX-10R in Blue with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 AY04 BHP, 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.

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What year was AY04 BHP registered?

AY04 BHP is a 2004 Kawasaki ZX-10R, first registered on 16 March 2004.

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