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FJ04 FZU

2004 Kawasaki Z1000

Black Petrol 1000cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Mar 2027
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

26,900 mi
Last recorded26,900 miles
Recorded on10 Mar 2026
Typical for 2004 Kawasaki Z100014,300 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFJ04 FZU
MakeKawasaki
ModelZ1000
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,000cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Mar 2026 26,900 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2024 26,678 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2024 26,678 miles

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

Pass 15 Aug 2023 26,520 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2021 26,485 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2020 26,452 miles
Pass 14 May 2019 26,003 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2018 25,418 miles
Pass 19 May 2017 24,222 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2016 23,337 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2015 21,981 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 10 Mar 2014 19,901 miles

Nearside Inner Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

exhaust noisy

Pass 12 Mar 2013 14,693 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2012 13,070 miles

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 17 Mar 2012 13,070 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2011 8,498 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2010 7,715 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 20 Apr 2009 6,027 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

rear brake lever adjusted badly

Fail 20 Apr 2009 6,027 miles

Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Stop lamp affected by the operation of another lamp (1.3.2)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

rear brake lever adjusted badly

Pass 17 Apr 2008 5,212 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2007 4,777 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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FJ04 FZU is a 2004 Kawasaki Z1000 in Black with a 1,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 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 FJ04 FZU, 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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What year was FJ04 FZU registered?

FJ04 FZU is a 2004 Kawasaki Z1000, first registered on 8 March 2004.

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