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BU03 EMJ

2003 Kawasaki ZX-9R

Blue Petrol 899cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Nov 2021
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

54,565 mi
Last recorded54,565 miles
Recorded on6 Nov 2020
Typical for 2003 Kawasaki ZX-9R18,522 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Nov 2020 54,565 miles
Pass 3 May 2019 51,683 miles
Pass 1 May 2018 48,768 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.4.A.2c)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 22 Jul 2017 47,196 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2016 44,335 miles

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

Pass 6 Feb 2015 40,968 miles

Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Fail 23 Jan 2015 40,968 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 13 Nov 2013 29,633 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Fail 2 Nov 2013 29,480 miles

Front Brake disc(s) is excessively distorted (3.2.A1m)

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 24 Sep 2012 18,135 miles

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

Pass 18 Apr 2012 15,451 miles

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 28 Apr 2011 14,430 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2010 14,216 miles
Pass 20 May 2009 13,985 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2008 13,229 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2007 11,468 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2006 10,107 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

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

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

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 EMJ is a 2003 Kawasaki ZX-9R in Blue with a 899cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 EMJ, 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 EMJ registered?

BU03 EMJ is a 2003 Kawasaki ZX-9R, first registered on 1 March 2003.

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