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FX53 DHO

2003 Kawasaki ZX-9R

Silver Petrol 899cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Jul 2027
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

46,266 mi
Last recorded46,266 miles
Recorded on6 Jul 2026
Typical for 2003 Kawasaki ZX-9R18,522 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFX53 DHO
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-9R
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine899cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Jul 2026 46,266 miles

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

Fail 14 Apr 2026 46,109 miles

Front Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Front Steering headbearing excessively stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

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

Pass 2 May 2025 45,478 miles

Front Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

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

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

Pass 22 Apr 2024 45,163 miles

Front Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

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

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

Pass 5 May 2023 44,279 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Mar 2022 43,353 miles

Front Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 23 Mar 2021 42,084 miles

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 15 Jun 2020 38,822 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 14 May 2019 37,007 miles
Pass 5 May 2018 35,792 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2017 35,094 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2016 31,627 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2016 31,627 miles

Front Brake hose leaking fluid (3.2.B4) DANGEROUS

Pass 27 Apr 2015 28,934 miles

rear wheel slightly missalined

Pass 17 Mar 2014 26,675 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2013 25,208 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2011 24,060 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2010 23,609 miles

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

Pass 16 Jun 2009 22,886 miles

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

Pass 7 Jun 2008 21,513 miles

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

Pass 11 Jun 2007 21,028 miles

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

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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FX53 DHO is a 2003 Kawasaki ZX-9R in Silver with a 899cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 FX53 DHO, 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 FX53 DHO registered?

FX53 DHO is a 2003 Kawasaki ZX-9R, first registered on 20 November 2003.

Is FX53 DHO safe to buy?

The MOT history for FX53 DHO shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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