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WA04 BBK

2004 Kawasaki Zx 1000 C1H

Black Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 May 2027
Tests33 (20 pass, 13 fail)
Pass rate60.6%

Mileage

56,641 mi
Last recorded56,641 miles
Recorded on15 May 2026
Typical for 2004 Kawasaki Zx 1000 C1H15,475 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWA04 BBK
MakeKawasaki
ModelZx 1000 C1H
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc
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MOT History

20 pass 13 fail
Pass 15 May 2026 56,641 miles

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

Pass 1 May 2025 56,028 miles
Fail 1 May 2025 56,028 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Jun 2024 55,436 miles
Fail 7 May 2024 55,436 miles

Brake component insecure Front master cylinder reservoir insecure (1.1.21 (c))

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively stretched (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.7 (a) (i))

Pass 23 May 2023 55,016 miles
Fail 17 May 2023 55,010 miles

Front Brake component insecure (1.1.21 (c))

Front Brake disc fractured (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 14 Jun 2022 54,600 miles
Pass 21 May 2021 53,971 miles

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

Pass 26 May 2020 53,179 miles
Fail 26 May 2020 53,173 miles

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

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 10 May 2019 52,397 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 9 May 2019 52,397 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamp(s) (4.7.2 (a))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 17 May 2018 50,622 miles
Fail 17 May 2018 50,622 miles

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Pass 11 May 2017 49,126 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 2 Jun 2016 45,534 miles

Front suspension assembly has slight free play between the sliding members (2.3.4)

Fail 23 May 2016 45,531 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Front suspension assembly has slight free play between the sliding members (2.3.4)

Pass 21 May 2015 41,297 miles

Front suspension assembly has slight free play between the sliding members (2.3.4)

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

Fail 30 Apr 2015 41,175 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Lower Rear suspension bush has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Front suspension assembly has slight free play between the sliding members (2.3.4)

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

play in dog bone / pivot bushes

Pass 7 May 2014 39,053 miles
Fail 7 May 2014 39,053 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Pass 9 May 2013 34,601 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 9 May 2013 34,601 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 9 May 2012

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

Fail 13 Apr 2012

Front Brake disc(s) cracked (3.2.A1g)

Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

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

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

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

Pass 4 Apr 2011

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

Rear Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Fail 7 Feb 2011 23,311 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Rear Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Rear Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

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

Pass 26 Feb 2010 28,585 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2009 25,553 miles

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

Pass 4 Mar 2008 21,308 miles
Fail 4 Mar 2008 21,308 miles

Front Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 14 Feb 2007 16,607 miles

How Reliable is the Kawasaki Zx 1000 C1H?

Based on 5,216 MOT tests across 466 vehicles.

87.2%
Pass Rate
921
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
466
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

reflector on motorcycle missing 54
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 49
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 31
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 30
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 19
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WA04 BBK is a 2004 Kawasaki Zx 1000 C1H in Black with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 33 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60.6%.

Across all 2004 Kawasaki Zx 1000 C1H models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.3% with a typical mileage of 15,475 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 Zx 1000 C1H fails its MOT is reflector on motorcycle missing, accounting for 54 recorded failures. If you're considering buying WA04 BBK, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki Zx 1000 C1H typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 22 years old, this Kawasaki Zx 1000 C1H is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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WA04 BBK is a 2004 Kawasaki Zx 1000 C1H, first registered on 27 March 2004.

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