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DX04 CKJ

2004 Kawasaki Z1000

Black Petrol 953cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 May 2027
Tests24 (18 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

27,656 mi
Last recorded27,656 miles
Recorded on7 May 2026
Typical for 2004 Kawasaki Z100014,300 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDX04 CKJ
MakeKawasaki
ModelZ1000
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine953cc

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MOT History

18 pass 6 fail
Pass 7 May 2026 27,656 miles

Aftermarket exhaust fitted, Baffled at time of test

Pass 22 Jul 2024 27,476 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2024 27,476 miles

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 10 Jul 2023 27,040 miles

Clutch operation stiff.

Fail 28 Jun 2023 27,040 miles

Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

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))

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

Fuel cap ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Clutch operation stiff.

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 21 Oct 2021 25,139 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2020 23,697 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 21 Oct 2020 23,697 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 24 Apr 2019 21,192 miles

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

slightly more travel in front brake lever than normal , play in clutch lever pivot - pattern levers fitted.

Fail 23 Apr 2019 21,192 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak fork seal (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

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

Front Stop lamp emits other than a steady red light (4.3.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Direction indicator with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))

slightly more travel in front brake lever than normal , play in clutch lever pivot - pattern levers fitted.

Pass 28 Apr 2018 18,048 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2017 17,548 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2016 17,345 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2016 17,345 miles

Rear Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Pass 16 Jun 2015 17,277 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 17 Jun 2014 16,899 miles
Pass 8 May 2013 16,660 miles
Fail 8 May 2013 16,660 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 18 Apr 2012 16,170 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2011 14,342 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2010 12,746 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2009 11,796 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2008 10,020 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2007 9,070 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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DX04 CKJ is a 2004 Kawasaki Z1000 in Black with a 953cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2004 Kawasaki Z1000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.1% with a typical mileage of 14,300 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 DX04 CKJ, 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 22 years old, this Kawasaki Z1000 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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DX04 CKJ is a 2004 Kawasaki Z1000, first registered on 1 March 2004.

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