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HJ09 KBY

2009 Kawasaki ZX1000

Black Petrol 1000cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Mar 2027
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

14,218 mi
Last recorded14,218 miles
Recorded on26 Mar 2026
Typical for 2009 Kawasaki ZX100010,940 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHJ09 KBY
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX1000
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,000cc
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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Mar 2026 14,218 miles

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

Pass 8 Mar 2025 14,131 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Feb 2024 14,031 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2022 13,977 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2022 13,930 miles

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))

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

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

Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 1 Sep 2021 13,850 miles
Pass 15 May 2019 13,741 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2017 13,381 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2015 12,328 miles

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

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

Fail 5 Aug 2015 12,328 miles

Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

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

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

Pass 21 Jun 2014 10,518 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2013 7,288 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2012 3,760 miles

How Reliable is the Kawasaki ZX1000?

Based on 1,292 MOT tests across 126 vehicles.

87.2%
Pass Rate
943
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
126
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

reflector on motorcycle missing 12
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 11
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 8
Registration plate incorrect 5
Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition 5
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HJ09 KBY is a 2009 Kawasaki ZX1000 in Black with a 1,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

Across all 2009 Kawasaki ZX1000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 91.5% with a typical mileage of 10,940 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 ZX1000 fails its MOT is reflector on motorcycle missing, accounting for 12 recorded failures. If you're considering buying HJ09 KBY, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki ZX1000 typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 17 years old, this Kawasaki ZX1000 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was HJ09 KBY registered?

HJ09 KBY is a 2009 Kawasaki ZX1000, first registered on 3 March 2009.

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