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VX53 RSZ

2003 Kawasaki ZR-7S

Blue Petrol 738cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Dec 2026
Tests24 (19 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate79.2%

Mileage

36,154 mi
Last recorded36,154 miles
Recorded on18 Dec 2025
Typical for 2003 Kawasaki ZR-7S20,527 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVX53 RSZ
MakeKawasaki
ModelZR-7S
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine738cc

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MOT History

19 pass 5 fail
Pass 18 Dec 2025 36,154 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2024 33,424 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2023 31,996 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2022 30,270 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2021 28,636 miles

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

Fail 29 Oct 2021 28,631 miles

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

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

Pass 4 Nov 2020 27,776 miles
Fail 4 Nov 2020 27,776 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 5 Nov 2019 27,595 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2018 26,690 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2017 26,146 miles

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Fail 6 Jun 2017 26,146 miles

Front Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 15 Sep 2016 24,307 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2015 17,795 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2014 16,583 miles

indicators flashing fast but within limits

Fail 24 Sep 2014 16,583 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Nearside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

indicators flashing fast but within limits

Pass 27 Aug 2013 16,294 miles

Indicators flash slightly fast but below 120 times per minute.

Pass 28 Jul 2012 16,147 miles

Indicator flash slightly fast but below 120 times per minute

Pass 9 Jul 2011 15,671 miles

Indicators flash quickly but not more than 120 flashs a minute

Rear shock absorber adjustment collar corroding

Pass 3 Jul 2010 14,951 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Feb 2009 14,263 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

indicators flash fast but not cosiderd excesive

rear tyre worn flat in centre

Fail 19 Nov 2007 13,804 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

indicators

Pass 19 Nov 2007 13,804 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

indicators

Pass 17 Nov 2006 12,118 miles

How Reliable is the Kawasaki ZR-7S?

Based on 4,627 MOT tests across 374 vehicles.

85.7%
Pass Rate
966
Miles/Year
25
Year Lifespan
374
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 79
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 44
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 34
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 28
Drive chain excessively loose 20
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VX53 RSZ is a 2003 Kawasaki ZR-7S in Blue with a 738cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 79.2%.

Across all 2003 Kawasaki ZR-7S models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.8% with a typical mileage of 20,527 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 ZR-7S fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 79 recorded failures. If you're considering buying VX53 RSZ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki ZR-7S typically stays on UK roads for around 25 years. At 23 years old, this Kawasaki ZR-7S is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was VX53 RSZ registered?

VX53 RSZ is a 2003 Kawasaki ZR-7S, first registered on 4 November 2003.

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