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EY53 DSX

2003 Kawasaki ZX-9R

Blue Petrol 899cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Mar 2022
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

16,587 mi
Last recorded16,587 miles
Recorded on1 Apr 2021
Typical for 2003 Kawasaki ZX-9R18,522 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEY53 DSX
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-9R
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine899cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 1 Apr 2021 16,587 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2017 16,316 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2016 16,090 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2016 16,090 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Pass 24 Apr 2015 15,777 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2015 15,777 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

Registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Pass 30 Apr 2014 15,651 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2014 15,651 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 19 Apr 2013 15,574 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2012 14,909 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2011 14,450 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

Nearside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 21 Apr 2011 14,450 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2010 13,834 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2010 13,834 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 3 Apr 2009 13,229 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2008 11,748 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2007 9,036 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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EY53 DSX is a 2003 Kawasaki ZX-9R in Blue with a 899cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 EY53 DSX, 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 EY53 DSX registered?

EY53 DSX is a 2003 Kawasaki ZX-9R, first registered on 6 December 2003.

Is EY53 DSX safe to buy?

The MOT history for EY53 DSX shows 17 tests with a 70.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does EY53 DSX have outstanding finance?

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