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AY04 ABU

2004 Kawasaki Zx 1000 C1H

Black Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Aug 2027
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

30,984 mi
Last recorded30,984 miles
Recorded on18 Jul 2026
Typical for 2004 Kawasaki Zx 1000 C1H15,475 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAY04 ABU
MakeKawasaki
ModelZx 1000 C1H
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Jul 2026 30,984 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2025 29,680 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 12 Aug 2025 29,680 miles

Exhaust markings indicating not for road use or similar wording (6.1.2 (c))

Offside Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Aug 2024 28,152 miles

Front Position lamp incorrect colour (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Fail 5 Aug 2024 28,149 miles

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))

Front Position lamp incorrect colour (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Jul 2023 24,807 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2022 24,803 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2021 24,625 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2020 24,221 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2019 23,494 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 3 Mar 2018 23,117 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2017 22,957 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2015 22,186 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2014 21,571 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2014 21,569 miles

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

Pass 2 Mar 2013 20,860 miles

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

Pass 3 Sep 2011 20,419 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2010 19,385 miles

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

Pass 29 Aug 2009 18,278 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2008 16,032 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2007 13,444 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2007 13,443 miles

Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instruction/s (4.1.2e)

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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AY04 ABU is a 2004 Kawasaki Zx 1000 C1H in Black with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 AY04 ABU, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AY04 ABU registered?

AY04 ABU is a 2004 Kawasaki Zx 1000 C1H, first registered on 16 March 2004.

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The MOT history for AY04 ABU 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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