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DK03 KCU

2003 Kawasaki ZXR400

Green Petrol 398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Feb 2026
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

16,172 mi
Last recorded16,172 miles
Recorded on8 Feb 2025
Typical for 2003 Kawasaki ZXR40013,872 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDK03 KCU
MakeKawasaki
ModelZXR400
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine398cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Feb 2025 16,172 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2024 16,016 miles
Fail 3 Feb 2024 16,016 miles

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

Pass 9 Feb 2023 14,591 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2022 12,195 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2020 12,165 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2019 12,165 miles

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

Pass 10 Apr 2018 12,165 miles

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

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 12 May 2014 12,165 miles
Pass 24 May 2013 11,926 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2012 10,139 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2011 5,672 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2010 5,453 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2009 5,078 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2008 4,516 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2007 3,560 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2006 2,681 miles

Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.2)

Pass 27 Mar 2006 2,681 miles

How Reliable is the Kawasaki ZXR400?

Based on 17,343 MOT tests across 2,416 vehicles.

78.2%
Pass Rate
531
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
2,416
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 376
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 359
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 282
reflector on motorcycle missing 230
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 218
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DK03 KCU is a 2003 Kawasaki ZXR400 in Green with a 398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 2003 Kawasaki ZXR400 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.4% with a typical mileage of 13,872 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Kawasaki ZXR400 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 376 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DK03 KCU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki ZXR400 typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 23 years old, this Kawasaki ZXR400 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DK03 KCU registered?

DK03 KCU is a 2003 Kawasaki ZXR400, first registered on 12 April 2003.

Is DK03 KCU safe to buy?

The MOT history for DK03 KCU shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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