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KE05 FSV

2005 Kawasaki Z1000

Orange Petrol 953cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Jun 2027
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

35,070 mi
Last recorded35,070 miles
Recorded on15 Jun 2026
Typical for 2005 Kawasaki Z100013,938 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKE05 FSV
MakeKawasaki
ModelZ1000
Year2005
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine953cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Jun 2026 35,070 miles
Pass 2 May 2025 33,271 miles
Pass 21 May 2024 29,878 miles
Pass 16 May 2023 29,128 miles
Pass 25 May 2022 27,734 miles

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

Pass 25 Mar 2021 26,240 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2019 25,882 miles

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

Suspension corroded but not seriously weakened both chrome legs slightly corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 30 Jul 2016 25,688 miles

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

Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. fork chrome (2.3.1)

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

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

osf brake disc warm, no bind

osf footrest slightly loose

Pass 28 Jun 2014 25,329 miles

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Fail 28 Jun 2014 25,329 miles

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 30 Apr 2013 23,818 miles

Front Brake master cylinder fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

f/tyre soft

Fail 22 Mar 2012 22,616 miles

Rear wheel spindle securing nut locking device missing (2.4.A.2b)

Pass 22 Mar 2012 22,616 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2011 22,547 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 14 Apr 2011 22,547 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 15 Mar 2010 20,850 miles

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

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 6 Mar 2010 20,845 miles

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

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

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

Pass 17 Feb 2009 13,868 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 23 Feb 2008 6,435 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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KE05 FSV is a 2005 Kawasaki Z1000 in Orange with a 953cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

Across all 2005 Kawasaki Z1000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.6% with a typical mileage of 13,938 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 KE05 FSV, 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 21 years old, this Kawasaki Z1000 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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KE05 FSV is a 2005 Kawasaki Z1000, first registered on 5 March 2005.

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