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CU03 KUV

2003 Kawasaki ZX-9R

Blue Petrol 899cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 May 2026
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

17,284 mi
Last recorded17,284 miles
Recorded on7 May 2025
Typical for 2003 Kawasaki ZX-9R18,522 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCU03 KUV
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-9R
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine899cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 May 2025 17,284 miles

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 10 May 2024 17,185 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 11 Apr 2023 16,788 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 25 Apr 2022 16,342 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2021 16,181 miles
Pass 7 May 2020 15,303 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2013 15,245 miles

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 15 Mar 2012 14,960 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2011 13,694 miles

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

Pass 30 Mar 2010 12,853 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2009 12,433 miles
Fail 6 Mar 2008 12,213 miles

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

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 6 Mar 2008 12,213 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2006 8,441 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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CU03 KUV is a 2003 Kawasaki ZX-9R in Blue with a 899cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 CU03 KUV, 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 CU03 KUV registered?

CU03 KUV is a 2003 Kawasaki ZX-9R, first registered on 7 August 2003.

Is CU03 KUV safe to buy?

The MOT history for CU03 KUV shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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