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FG52 OTR

2003 Kawasaki ZX-9R

Red Petrol 899cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Mar 2027
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

21,669 mi
Last recorded21,669 miles
Recorded on13 Mar 2026
Typical for 2003 Kawasaki ZX-9R18,522 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG52 OTR
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-9R
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine899cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Mar 2026 21,669 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2025 18,904 miles
Pass 14 May 2024 18,597 miles
Pass 19 May 2023 18,273 miles

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

Pass 9 Sep 2021 17,380 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2020 16,913 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2019 16,707 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2018 16,693 miles

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 15 Jun 2017 16,407 miles
Pass 25 May 2016 16,317 miles
Pass 26 May 2015 15,965 miles
Pass 29 May 2014 15,709 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2013 15,375 miles
Fail 25 May 2013 15,356 miles

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

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 23 Mar 2012 14,770 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2011 14,390 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2010 14,185 miles

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 8 Dec 2008 13,382 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2007 13,066 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2007 10,545 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2005 8,845 miles

headlight has been taped to achieve correct beam pattern

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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FG52 OTR is a 2003 Kawasaki ZX-9R in Red with a 899cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 FG52 OTR, 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 FG52 OTR registered?

FG52 OTR is a 2003 Kawasaki ZX-9R, first registered on 1 January 2003.

Is FG52 OTR safe to buy?

The MOT history for FG52 OTR shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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