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CU03 KUW

2003 Kawasaki Z1000

Orange Petrol 953cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Nov 2026
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

34,878 mi
Last recorded34,878 miles
Recorded on31 Oct 2025
Typical for 2003 Kawasaki Z100016,172 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCU03 KUW
MakeKawasaki
ModelZ1000
Year2003
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine953cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 31 Oct 2025 34,878 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2024 34,188 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2023 33,501 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 9 Nov 2023 33,501 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

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

Pass 25 Nov 2022 32,511 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 4 Nov 2021 31,671 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 7 Nov 2020 30,065 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 7 Nov 2020 30,065 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 23 Nov 2019 28,365 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Fail 23 Nov 2019 28,365 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motorcycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (8.1.1 (a))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

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

Pass 20 Oct 2018 26,920 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2017 24,764 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 24 Oct 2016 23,153 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2015 21,102 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2014 18,279 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

exhaust baffle fitted

Fail 28 Oct 2014 18,279 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Pass 29 Oct 2013 15,032 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2012 13,419 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2011 11,613 miles
Pass 15 May 2010 8,002 miles
Pass 23 May 2009 7,960 miles
Pass 14 May 2008 6,291 miles

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

Pass 12 May 2007 2,609 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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CU03 KUW is a 2003 Kawasaki Z1000 in Orange with a 953cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

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 CU03 KUW, 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 CU03 KUW registered?

CU03 KUW is a 2003 Kawasaki Z1000, first registered on 12 August 2003.

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