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DC04 CHU

2005 Kawasaki ZX-10

Silver Petrol 997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Jul 2027
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

32,606 mi
Last recorded32,606 miles
Recorded on10 Jul 2026
Typical for 2005 Kawasaki ZX-1014,506 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDC04 CHU
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-10
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine997cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 10 Jul 2026 32,606 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2025 31,554 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2025 31,447 miles

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 11 Jun 2024 29,723 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2023 26,141 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2023 26,141 miles

Rear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 Jun 2022 24,408 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2021 23,262 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2020 21,005 miles

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

Pass 16 Feb 2019 17,901 miles

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

Pass 6 Apr 2017 14,506 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 3 May 2016 12,012 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 20 Apr 2015 9,827 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2014 8,631 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2013 8,183 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2012 7,365 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 17 Mar 2011 5,424 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 17 Mar 2011 5,424 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct width (6.3.4a)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 10 Mar 2011 3,579 miles

Rear Registration plate character(s) not correctly formed (6.3.4b)

Rear Stop lamp affected by the operation of another lamp (1.3.2)

Pass 27 Aug 2009 3,942 miles
Fail 27 Aug 2009 3,939 miles

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Pass 9 Aug 2008 1,422 miles

How Reliable is the Kawasaki ZX-10?

Based on 7,640 MOT tests across 1,044 vehicles.

81.8%
Pass Rate
592
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
1,044
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 167
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 147
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 138
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 95
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 82
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DC04 CHU is a 2005 Kawasaki ZX-10 in Silver with a 997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

Across all 2005 Kawasaki ZX-10 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.2% with a typical mileage of 14,506 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-10 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 167 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DC04 CHU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki ZX-10 typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 21 years old, this Kawasaki ZX-10 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DC04 CHU registered?

DC04 CHU is a 2005 Kawasaki ZX-10, first registered on 1 July 2005.

Is DC04 CHU safe to buy?

The MOT history for DC04 CHU shows 22 tests with a 77.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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