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FX53 GHZ

2003 Kawasaki Z1000

Black Petrol 953cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 May 2027
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

20,749 mi
Last recorded20,749 miles
Recorded on27 May 2026
Typical for 2003 Kawasaki Z100016,172 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFX53 GHZ
MakeKawasaki
ModelZ1000
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine953cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 May 2026 20,749 miles

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

Pass 29 May 2025 20,419 miles
Pass 22 May 2024 19,563 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2023 18,723 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2022 18,053 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 24 Mar 2021 17,465 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2020 16,480 miles

engine has small oil leak

Pass 16 Aug 2018 15,690 miles

Drive chain slightly tight

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

Front Exhaust corroded

Front Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Head stock area (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Head bearings notchy

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Oil filter corroded

Oil leak

Rear brake fluid low

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned Larger gap on offside (2.4 (a))

Fail 16 Aug 2018 15,690 miles

Drive chain slightly tight

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

Front Exhaust corroded

Front Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Head stock area (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Head bearings notchy

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Oil filter corroded

Oil leak

Rear brake fluid low

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned Larger gap on offside (2.4 (a))

Wheel fixing loose (multiple fixings) Both chain adjuster lock nuts (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Jul 2017 15,018 miles

Central Lower Motorcycle structure slightly corroded frame (6.1.1a)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured both (1.5.1b)

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

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Front tyre has oil contamination on nearside

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.5.1b)

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)

Pass 8 Jun 2016 14,457 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

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

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.3(ii))

Rear suspension bush has slight free play rear shock linkage (2.4.A2a(i))

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

non standard exhaust

Fail 8 Jun 2016 14,457 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

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

Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.6)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.3(ii))

Rear suspension bush has slight free play rear shock linkage (2.4.A2a(i))

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

non standard exhaust

Pass 9 Jun 2015 13,985 miles

Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.5.1b)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

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

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

gear linkage worn

offside front wheel spacer slightly miss aligned

Fail 10 Jun 2014 12,997 miles

Centre Lower Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

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

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 10 Jun 2014 12,997 miles

Centre Lower Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

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

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Fail 10 Jun 2014 12,991 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

Front Brake pad(s) contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Headlamp dipped beam affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.2c)

Offside Front Brake hose is likely to be fouled or trapped by moving parts (3.2.B2c)

Offside Steering control handlebar movement restricted by trapped cables (2.1.2c)

Centre Lower Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

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

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

headlamp aim not checked

Pass 7 Mar 2011 12,595 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2008 12,014 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

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

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

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

clutch cable frayed

Pass 25 Nov 2006 10,999 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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FX53 GHZ is a 2003 Kawasaki Z1000 in Black with a 953cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 FX53 GHZ, 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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FX53 GHZ is a 2003 Kawasaki Z1000, first registered on 18 September 2003.

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