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DX54 ETZ

2004 Kawasaki Z1000

Black Petrol 1000cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Jul 2026
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

39,240 mi
Last recorded39,240 miles
Recorded on8 Jul 2025
Typical for 2004 Kawasaki Z100014,300 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDX54 ETZ
MakeKawasaki
ModelZ1000
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,000cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Jul 2025 39,240 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Nearside Front Footrest slightly loose (6.2.12 (a))

Fail 6 Dec 2024 38,593 miles

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

Offside Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases link pipe (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.12 (a))

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

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))

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

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

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Footrest slightly loose (6.2.12 (a))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pedal has slight side movement indicating a worn pedal bearing or pivot (1.1.1 (b))

Pass 14 Jun 2022 33,300 miles

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 9 Mar 2021 31,670 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2020 29,568 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2019 28,252 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2018 26,436 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 4 Aug 2016 25,266 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 6 Aug 2015 24,386 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2012 21,371 miles

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

Pass 29 Sep 2010 18,091 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2009 15,187 miles

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

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

Fail 25 Sep 2009 15,187 miles

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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

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

Pass 19 Sep 2008 11,737 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2007 7,529 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

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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DX54 ETZ is a 2004 Kawasaki Z1000 in Black with a 1,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 DX54 ETZ, 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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DX54 ETZ is a 2004 Kawasaki Z1000, first registered on 29 September 2004.

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