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DA03 LHK

2003 Kawasaki Z1000

Orange Petrol 953cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Sep 2026
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

16,983 mi
Last recorded16,983 miles
Recorded on4 Sep 2025
Typical for 2003 Kawasaki Z100016,172 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDA03 LHK
MakeKawasaki
ModelZ1000
Year2003
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine953cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 4 Sep 2025 16,983 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 4 Sep 2025 16,983 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Pass 2 Nov 2024 15,529 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2024 13,923 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 17 May 2023 12,876 miles

Nearside Front Fork dust cover perished

Offside Front Fork dust cover perished

Pass 31 Mar 2022 11,244 miles

Central Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort front discs showing slight fluctuation on roller brake tester (not serious) (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Front fork seal dust cover perished

Offside Front fork seal dust cover O/S perished

clutch cable stiff and difficult to operate

Pass 17 Jul 2021 11,134 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2021 11,134 miles

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

Fail 17 Jul 2021 11,110 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))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

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

Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions tyre is fitted correctly to wheel, wheel is fitted wrong way round. (5.2.3 (i))

Pass 3 Jul 2020 9,750 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2020 9,750 miles

Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 30 Apr 2019 8,692 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2019 8,692 miles

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 18 Apr 2018 8,146 miles
Pass 23 May 2017 7,752 miles

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 10 May 2016 6,507 miles
Pass 1 May 2015 5,685 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 9 May 2014 4,763 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2013 4,352 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2012 3,402 miles
Pass 25 May 2011 1,899 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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DA03 LHK is a 2003 Kawasaki Z1000 in Orange with a 953cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 DA03 LHK, 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 DA03 LHK registered?

DA03 LHK is a 2003 Kawasaki Z1000, first registered on 20 July 2003.

Is DA03 LHK safe to buy?

The MOT history for DA03 LHK shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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