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BU53 TVP

2004 Kawasaki ZX-9R

Blue Petrol 899cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jan 2020
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

15,607 mi
Last recorded15,607 miles
Recorded on16 Jan 2019
Typical for 2004 Kawasaki ZX-9R16,624 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Jan 2019 15,607 miles
Fail 16 Jan 2019 15,607 miles

Front Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii))

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 16 Mar 2017 15,264 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2017 15,262 miles

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

Fail 29 Aug 2015 14,924 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 29 Aug 2015 14,924 miles

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

Pass 13 Aug 2014 14,375 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 2 Aug 2014 14,361 miles

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 14 Jun 2013 13,119 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

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

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 13 Jun 2011 12,333 miles

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

Front Tyre has become mis-shaped ; suspect has been run on flat

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

Pass 13 Apr 2010 9,830 miles

Drive chain lightly rubbing (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

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

Pass 13 May 2009 6,529 miles

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

Pass 16 May 2008 3,560 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 TVP is a 2004 Kawasaki ZX-9R in Blue with a 899cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 TVP, 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 TVP registered?

BU53 TVP is a 2004 Kawasaki ZX-9R, first registered on 3 February 2004.

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