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PO53 CHG

2003 Kawasaki Ninja

Blue Petrol 636cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jul 2015
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

12,663 mi
Last recorded12,663 miles
Recorded on22 Jul 2014
Typical for 2003 Kawasaki Ninja13,346 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPO53 CHG
MakeKawasaki
ModelNinja
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine636cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Jul 2014 12,663 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 18 Jul 2013 12,534 miles

UNEVEN WEAR ON F/TYRE

Pass 23 Apr 2012 12,549 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

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

Steering control chaffing between components and not interfering with free movement of steering (2.1.2a)

Fail 21 Apr 2012 12,423 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

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

Steering control chaffing between components and not interfering with free movement of steering (2.1.2a)

Pass 19 Apr 2011 12,146 miles

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

Fail 19 Apr 2011 12,146 miles

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

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 23 Jan 2010 12,023 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 20 Sep 2008 11,364 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2007 10,794 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

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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PO53 CHG is a 2003 Kawasaki Ninja in Blue with a 636cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 PO53 CHG, 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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PO53 CHG is a 2003 Kawasaki Ninja, first registered on 1 December 2003.

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