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PJ53 RXK

2003 Kawasaki Ninja

Green Petrol 636cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Oct 2015
Tests12 (7 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate58.3%

Mileage

22,510 mi
Last recorded22,510 miles
Recorded on15 Oct 2014
Typical for 2003 Kawasaki Ninja13,346 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPJ53 RXK
MakeKawasaki
ModelNinja
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine636cc

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MOT History

7 pass 5 fail
Pass 15 Oct 2014 22,510 miles

Clutch lever incorrectly positioned. (6.2.1g)

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

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 19 Aug 2013 17,947 miles

Chain guard missing

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front side lights blue

Fail 19 Aug 2013 17,947 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Front side lights blue

Chain guard missing

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 4 Sep 2012 17,462 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

non standard parts fitted in most areas

Fail 28 Aug 2012 17,409 miles

Front Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Rear Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

non standard parts fitted in most areas

Pass 14 Jul 2011 16,574 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2010 11,988 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Steering control has reduced clearance at full lock not affecting the riders grasp of handlebars (2.1.2b)

Fail 30 Jun 2010 11,975 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

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

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

Steering control has reduced clearance at full lock not affecting the riders grasp of handlebars (2.1.2b)

Pass 24 Feb 2009 10,451 miles

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

Fail 24 Feb 2009 10,451 miles

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 1 Jun 2007 6,131 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2007 6,131 miles

Rear Registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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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PJ53 RXK is a 2003 Kawasaki Ninja in Green with a 636cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.3%.

Across all 2003 Kawasaki Ninja models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.7% with a typical mileage of 13,346 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 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 PJ53 RXK, 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 23 years old, this Kawasaki Ninja is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was PJ53 RXK registered?

PJ53 RXK is a 2003 Kawasaki Ninja, first registered on 31 December 2003.

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