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DX04 BKU

2004 Kawasaki ZX-10R

Black Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Mar 2027
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

30,908 mi
Last recorded30,908 miles
Recorded on28 Mar 2026
Typical for 2004 Kawasaki ZX-10R16,033 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDX04 BKU
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-10R
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Mar 2026 30,908 miles

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

Pass 25 Apr 2025 30,237 miles
Pass 10 May 2024 29,547 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2023 28,755 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2022 28,500 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 22 Apr 2021 28,278 miles

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

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

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

Pass 20 May 2015 26,923 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 12 Mar 2014 22,237 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2014 22,237 miles

Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Front Brake pipe likely to be fouled or trapped by moving parts (3.2.B2c)

Pass 19 Feb 2013 18,773 miles

both tyres poor condition on edges

Pass 11 Aug 2011 13,995 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2011 13,995 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Registration plate background overprinted or shadowed with text (6.3.1e)

Registration plate margin less than the minimum requirement (6.3.4g)

Pass 8 Apr 2011 13,973 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2009 8,591 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2007 7,734 miles

How Reliable is the Kawasaki ZX-10R?

Based on 22,031 MOT tests across 2,126 vehicles.

86.8%
Pass Rate
903
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
2,126
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

reflector on motorcycle missing 183
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 183
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 103
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 98
Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height 72
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DX04 BKU is a 2004 Kawasaki ZX-10R in Black with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

Across all 2004 Kawasaki ZX-10R models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.2% with a typical mileage of 16,033 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Kawasaki ZX-10R fails its MOT is reflector on motorcycle missing, accounting for 183 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DX04 BKU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki ZX-10R typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 22 years old, this Kawasaki ZX-10R is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was DX04 BKU registered?

DX04 BKU is a 2004 Kawasaki ZX-10R, first registered on 5 May 2004.

Is DX04 BKU safe to buy?

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