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BU04 RKZ

2004 Kawasaki ZX1000

Green Petrol 1000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Oct 2021
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

22,577 mi
Last recorded22,577 miles
Recorded on7 Oct 2020
Typical for 2004 Kawasaki ZX10009,334 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU04 RKZ
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX1000
Year2004
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,000cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Oct 2020 22,577 miles
Fail 3 Oct 2020 22,577 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Rear Drive chain so loose it is likely to fail (6.1.7 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Tyre has ply or cord exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Off side, front fork oil seal dust cover deteriorated.

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

Pass 23 Oct 2015 20,143 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 18 Oct 2014 16,310 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 1 Aug 2013 12,713 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2012 10,311 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2011 7,223 miles

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

Pass 17 Aug 2010 4,153 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2009 4,085 miles

Front Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 20 Aug 2009 4,085 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2008 3,532 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2007 2,375 miles

How Reliable is the Kawasaki ZX1000?

Based on 1,292 MOT tests across 126 vehicles.

87.2%
Pass Rate
943
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
126
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

reflector on motorcycle missing 12
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 11
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 8
Registration plate incorrect 5
Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition 5
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BU04 RKZ is a 2004 Kawasaki ZX1000 in Green with a 1,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2004 Kawasaki ZX1000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.1% with a typical mileage of 9,334 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 ZX1000 fails its MOT is reflector on motorcycle missing, accounting for 12 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BU04 RKZ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki ZX1000 typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 22 years old, this Kawasaki ZX1000 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was BU04 RKZ registered?

BU04 RKZ is a 2004 Kawasaki ZX1000, first registered on 21 May 2004.

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