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AU53 MVN

2003 Kawasaki Z1000

Green Petrol 953cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jul 2026
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

35,257 mi
Last recorded35,257 miles
Recorded on5 Jul 2025
Typical for 2003 Kawasaki Z100016,172 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU53 MVN
MakeKawasaki
ModelZ1000
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine953cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 5 Jul 2025 35,257 miles

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

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Pass 5 Jul 2024 30,892 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2024 30,892 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Pass 2 Jun 2023 26,039 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2022 20,071 miles
Pass 13 May 2017 19,966 miles

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

Pass 16 May 2016 19,311 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Fail 16 May 2016 19,311 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1c)

Pass 14 Apr 2014 19,062 miles

Rear wheel slightly misaligned

Pass 13 Apr 2013 18,380 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2013 18,380 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 24 Mar 2012 13,768 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2011 9,399 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2011 9,399 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 27 Mar 2010 7,999 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2010 7,988 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

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

Pass 29 Dec 2007 7,033 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Dec 2006 5,854 miles

How Reliable is the Kawasaki Z1000?

Based on 26,900 MOT tests across 3,148 vehicles.

86.6%
Pass Rate
630
Miles/Year
49
Year Lifespan
3,148
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

reflector on motorcycle missing 213
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 202
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 96
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 87
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 79
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AU53 MVN is a 2003 Kawasaki Z1000 in Green with a 953cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

Across all 2003 Kawasaki Z1000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.8% with a typical mileage of 16,172 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 Z1000 fails its MOT is reflector on motorcycle missing, accounting for 213 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AU53 MVN, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki Z1000 typically stays on UK roads for around 49 years. At 23 years old, this Kawasaki Z1000 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was AU53 MVN registered?

AU53 MVN is a 2003 Kawasaki Z1000, first registered on 1 December 2003.

Is AU53 MVN safe to buy?

The MOT history for AU53 MVN shows 18 tests with a 72.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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