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BU03 EKZ

2003 Kawasaki ZX-9R

Blue Petrol 899cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Mar 2027
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

43,245 mi
Last recorded43,245 miles
Recorded on1 Apr 2026
Typical for 2003 Kawasaki ZX-9R18,522 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU03 EKZ
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-9R
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine899cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Apr 2026 43,245 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2025 39,085 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 15 Sep 2023 38,393 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2022 37,368 miles

Nearside Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Fail 17 Jun 2022 37,368 miles

Nearside Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Rear Wheel spindle locking device ineffective (5.2.1 (d))

Pass 24 Feb 2021 34,949 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2020 32,994 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2019 30,829 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2018 27,947 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2017 26,718 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2016 25,581 miles
Fail 19 Feb 2016 25,579 miles

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 16 Jan 2015 23,781 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2014 21,711 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2013 19,899 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2012 18,353 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2011 16,605 miles

Centre Rear Lower Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(i))

Pass 2 Jan 2010 12,972 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2008 10,989 miles
Pass 10 May 2007 9,125 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2006 6,946 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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BU03 EKZ is a 2003 Kawasaki ZX-9R in Blue with a 899cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

Across all 2003 Kawasaki ZX-9R models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.1% with a typical mileage of 18,522 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 BU03 EKZ, 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 23 years old, this Kawasaki ZX-9R is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BU03 EKZ registered?

BU03 EKZ is a 2003 Kawasaki ZX-9R, first registered on 24 April 2003.

Is BU03 EKZ safe to buy?

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