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FP04 BUW

2004 Kawasaki Ninja

Black Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Mar 2027
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

38,024 mi
Last recorded38,024 miles
Recorded on7 Mar 2026
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFP04 BUW
MakeKawasaki
ModelNinja
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 Mar 2026 38,024 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2024 37,064 miles

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

Pass 25 Feb 2023 33,461 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2022 27,663 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Mar 2022 27,663 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Fail 26 Mar 2022 27,663 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamp(s) (4.7.2 (a))

Pass 3 Apr 2021 19,110 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 14 Feb 2020 15,623 miles

fairing taped on

Fail 13 Feb 2020 15,607 miles

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

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1MM (5.2.3 (e))

Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.14MM (5.2.3 (e))

fairing taped on

Pass 19 Mar 2019 11,081 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2018 10,022 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2017 9,067 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2016 8,610 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2015 8,225 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2013 5,674 miles
Fail 23 Dec 2013 5,674 miles

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

Pass 15 Feb 2008 4,498 miles

bush missing out of clutch lever

Fail 11 Feb 2008 4,498 miles

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

bush missing out of clutch lever

How Reliable is the Kawasaki Ninja?

Based on 2,341 MOT tests across 241 vehicles.

80.7%
Pass Rate
987
Miles/Year
32
Year Lifespan
241
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 40
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 39
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 30
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 29
reflector on motorcycle missing 28
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FP04 BUW is a 2004 Kawasaki Ninja in Black with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

The most common reason a Kawasaki Ninja fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 40 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FP04 BUW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki Ninja typically stays on UK roads for around 32 years. At 22 years old, this Kawasaki Ninja is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was FP04 BUW registered?

FP04 BUW is a 2004 Kawasaki Ninja, first registered on 16 July 2004.

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The MOT history for FP04 BUW 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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