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CX53 BNF

2003 Kawasaki ZX-9R

Green Petrol 899cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Nov 2026
Tests25 (19 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76%

Mileage

36,096 mi
Last recorded36,096 miles
Recorded on28 Oct 2025
Typical for 2003 Kawasaki ZX-9R18,522 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCX53 BNF
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-9R
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine899cc

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MOT History

19 pass 6 fail
Pass 28 Oct 2025 36,096 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2024 35,448 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2023 34,817 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 28 Oct 2022 34,234 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Fail 28 Oct 2022 34,222 miles

Offside Front Stop lamp switch with a delay in operation (4.3.2 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 27 Oct 2021 33,495 miles
Fail 18 Oct 2021 33,467 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Aug 2020 32,094 miles

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level below minimum level (1.1.10 (d) (i))

Pass 18 May 2019 30,211 miles

Chain guard missing ()

fork seal dust covers slightly corroded

slight oil leak from filler cap

Pass 17 May 2018 29,080 miles

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

Fail 16 May 2018 29,080 miles

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level dangerously low (3.2.B1d)

Front Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Nearside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Front Floor brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.C2d)

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

engine oil level on minimum mark

Pass 15 May 2017 28,142 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2016 27,700 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2015 26,662 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 13 Mar 2014 24,823 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2013 22,932 miles
Fail 7 Mar 2013 22,932 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

Front Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

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

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Rear Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

Throttle has a significant change in engine speed whilst moving the steering from lock to lock (2.1.4)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Pass 31 Mar 2012 19,616 miles

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

Fail 31 Mar 2012 19,616 miles

Offside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

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

Pass 31 Mar 2011 16,216 miles

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 31 Mar 2010 10,786 miles

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1a)

Fail 31 Mar 2010 10,786 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Nearside Front Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1a)

Pass 12 Mar 2009 3,763 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2008 2,614 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2007 1,378 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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CX53 BNF is a 2003 Kawasaki ZX-9R in Green with a 899cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76%.

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 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 CX53 BNF, 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.

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What year was CX53 BNF registered?

CX53 BNF is a 2003 Kawasaki ZX-9R, first registered on 29 October 2003.

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