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BU53 MEV

2004 Kawasaki ZX-9R

Blue Petrol 899cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 May 2027
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

16,466 mi
Last recorded16,466 miles
Recorded on15 May 2026
Typical for 2004 Kawasaki ZX-9R16,624 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU53 MEV
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-9R
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine899cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 May 2026 16,466 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 9 May 2025 16,450 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2023 16,334 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2022 16,314 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2015 15,634 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Pass 11 Jul 2014 14,861 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2013 14,533 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 11 Jun 2013 14,533 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2012 13,542 miles

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 5 Apr 2011 12,424 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2011 12,424 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

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

Pass 10 Mar 2010 11,659 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2009 11,325 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2008 10,672 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2007 10,518 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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BU53 MEV is a 2004 Kawasaki ZX-9R in Blue with a 899cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 BU53 MEV, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BU53 MEV registered?

BU53 MEV is a 2004 Kawasaki ZX-9R, first registered on 16 January 2004.

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