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FJ53 LDZ

2003 Kawasaki Z1000

Orange Petrol 1000cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 May 2027
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

42,183 mi
Last recorded42,183 miles
Recorded on20 May 2026
Typical for 2003 Kawasaki Z100016,172 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFJ53 LDZ
MakeKawasaki
ModelZ1000
Year2003
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,000cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 20 May 2026 42,183 miles
Fail 20 May 2026 42,183 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

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

Pass 10 Aug 2024 41,650 miles

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

Fail 10 Aug 2024 41,650 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

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

Pass 18 Apr 2023 18,904 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2023 18,904 miles

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

Pass 26 Oct 2020 37,178 miles
Pass 23 May 2018 36,726 miles
Pass 21 May 2016 36,115 miles

Drive chain slightly loose drive chain loose (6.2.1d)

Fail 13 May 2016 36,115 miles

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil left hand fork seal failed and leaking (2.3.3)

Drive chain slightly loose drive chain loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 6 May 2015 34,585 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2014 31,862 miles

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Front Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 4 Mar 2014 31,862 miles

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

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Front Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 30 Jun 2012 29,244 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2011 26,994 miles

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

Pass 19 Mar 2010 26,523 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2009 25,557 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2007 24,385 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2006 16,735 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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FJ53 LDZ is a 2003 Kawasaki Z1000 in Orange with a 1,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 FJ53 LDZ, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FJ53 LDZ registered?

FJ53 LDZ is a 2003 Kawasaki Z1000, first registered on 1 September 2003.

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