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CX53 BKA

2003 Kawasaki Z1000

Green Petrol 953cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Jun 2027
Tests27 (20 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate74.1%

Mileage

61,718 mi
Last recorded61,718 miles
Recorded on10 Jun 2026
Typical for 2003 Kawasaki Z100016,172 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCX53 BKA
MakeKawasaki
ModelZ1000
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine953cc

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MOT History

20 pass 7 fail
Pass 10 Jun 2026 61,718 miles

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times a minute front & rear (4.4.4 (a))

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

Pass 6 Jun 2025 61,306 miles

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 15 Jun 2024 59,896 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2024 59,896 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 15 May 2023 56,896 miles

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

Pass 6 Jun 2022 54,510 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2021 53,176 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2020 52,171 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2020 52,153 miles

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

Pass 5 Mar 2019 50,385 miles

Front Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

Nearside Brake hose slightly damaged hose fouling on full lock right (repositioned) (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Pass 27 Mar 2018 46,728 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2017 44,658 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2017 44,658 miles

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.5.1b)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.5.1b)

Pass 29 Mar 2016 42,480 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2016 42,480 miles

Offside Exhaust mounting missing Mount Bolt (7.1.1c)

Pass 13 Mar 2015 40,406 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2015 40,406 miles

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Pass 26 Feb 2014 36,872 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2013 33,343 miles

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

Pass 1 Mar 2012 29,906 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2011 27,343 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2010 23,741 miles

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

Pass 19 Dec 2008 19,453 miles
Fail 19 Dec 2008 19,453 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 2 Jan 2008 14,600 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2006 13,144 miles

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

Fail 7 Dec 2006 13,089 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

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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CX53 BKA is a 2003 Kawasaki Z1000 in Green with a 953cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 74.1%.

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 CX53 BKA, 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 CX53 BKA registered?

CX53 BKA is a 2003 Kawasaki Z1000, first registered on 3 December 2003.

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