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EX52 YZE

2003 Kawasaki ZX-9R

Green Petrol 899cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Apr 2026
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

28,618 mi
Last recorded28,618 miles
Recorded on2 Apr 2025
Typical for 2003 Kawasaki ZX-9R18,522 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEX52 YZE
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-9R
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine899cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 2 Apr 2025 28,618 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2023 28,255 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2023 28,255 miles

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 3 Apr 2020 27,986 miles

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Chain guard missing ()

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

TOP FAIRING SLIGHTLY INSECURE.

Fail 2 Apr 2020 27,986 miles

Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) contaminated (1.1.13 (b))

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

Offside Front Brake pad(s) contaminated (1.1.13 (b))

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

Throttle operating incorrectly NOT RETURNING ON HARD LOCK. (6.2.7 (a) (i))

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Chain guard missing ()

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

TOP FAIRING SLIGHTLY INSECURE.

Pass 23 Jun 2018 26,003 miles

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

Front brake slightly reserved travel

exhaust slightly loud

Pass 7 Apr 2017 25,940 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2016 24,704 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2016 24,693 miles

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

Pass 9 Apr 2015 24,042 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2014 20,868 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2012 20,291 miles

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

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

Pass 11 May 2011 16,065 miles
Pass 7 May 2010 15,453 miles
Fail 13 Jan 2009 14,486 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Pass 13 Jan 2009 14,486 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2008 11,326 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2006 9,893 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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EX52 YZE is a 2003 Kawasaki ZX-9R in Green with a 899cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 EX52 YZE, 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 EX52 YZE registered?

EX52 YZE is a 2003 Kawasaki ZX-9R, first registered on 3 January 2003.

Is EX52 YZE safe to buy?

The MOT history for EX52 YZE shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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