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PL05 RMX

2005 Kawasaki Z1000

Green Petrol 953cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Nov 2026
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

22,296 mi
Last recorded22,296 miles
Recorded on22 Nov 2025
Typical for 2005 Kawasaki Z100013,938 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPL05 RMX
MakeKawasaki
ModelZ1000
Year2005
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine953cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 22 Nov 2025 22,296 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 4 Oct 2024 22,057 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 4 Oct 2024 22,057 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 21 Sep 2023 21,348 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2022 21,115 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Fail 16 Sep 2022 21,115 miles

Rear Brake hose excessively damaged (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Stop lamp not working FRONT BRAKE CONTROL (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 30 Jul 2021 20,138 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2020 18,174 miles

All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Fail 22 Jul 2020 18,062 miles

Front Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j)) DANGEROUS

Rear Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j)) DANGEROUS

All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 6 Aug 2019 15,561 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2018 14,630 miles

All direction indicators slightly discoloured orange coating on all indicator bulbs has faded. (4.4.3 (a))

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

Fail 12 Jul 2018 14,630 miles

All direction indicators slightly discoloured orange coating on all indicator bulbs has faded. (4.4.3 (a))

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

Offside Rear Suspension attachment bracket/mounting insecure right hand chain adjuster lock nut and adjuster bolt were loose,this has been secured now. (5.3.3 (a) (i))

Pass 9 May 2017 12,610 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 14 May 2016 11,720 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 6 May 2015 10,838 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 14 May 2014 10,282 miles
Pass 6 May 2013 10,035 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2010 9,644 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 23 Jan 2009 9,270 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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PL05 RMX is a 2005 Kawasaki Z1000 in Green 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 PL05 RMX, 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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PL05 RMX is a 2005 Kawasaki Z1000, first registered on 3 August 2005.

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