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R40 STO

2005 Kawasaki Z1000

Orange Petrol 953cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Jun 2027
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

17,539 mi
Last recorded17,539 miles
Recorded on1 Jun 2026
Typical for 2005 Kawasaki Z100013,938 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR40 STO
MakeKawasaki
ModelZ1000
Year2005
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine953cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 Jun 2026 17,539 miles

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

Pass 2 Jun 2025 17,096 miles

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

Pass 3 Jun 2024 16,605 miles
Pass 31 May 2023 16,097 miles
Pass 28 May 2022 15,327 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 8 Jun 2021 14,720 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2020 14,137 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2019 13,730 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2018 13,230 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2017 12,850 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2016 12,206 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2015 11,126 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2015 11,126 miles

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

Pass 13 Mar 2014 10,531 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2013 10,154 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2011 9,492 miles
Fail 8 Oct 2011 9,492 miles

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

Pass 25 Sep 2010 8,850 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2010 8,850 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Fail 11 Sep 2009 7,694 miles

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

Pass 11 Sep 2009 7,694 miles
Pass 19 May 2008 6,053 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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R40 STO is a 2005 Kawasaki Z1000 in Orange with a 953cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 R40 STO, 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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What year was R40 STO registered?

R40 STO is a 2005 Kawasaki Z1000, first registered on 9 May 2005.

Is R40 STO safe to buy?

The MOT history for R40 STO shows 22 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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