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AY56 BXU

2006 Kawasaki Z1000

Blue Petrol 953cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Dec 2026
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

17,698 mi
Last recorded17,698 miles
Recorded on5 Dec 2025
Typical for 2006 Kawasaki Z100016,306 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAY56 BXU
MakeKawasaki
ModelZ1000
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine953cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 5 Dec 2025 17,698 miles

Exhaust Noisy

Fail 5 Dec 2025 17,698 miles

Central Front Horn sound not in accordance with requirements (7.7 (c))

Exhaust Noisy

Pass 22 Nov 2024 13,471 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 14 Aug 2023 12,530 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2021 10,998 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2020 10,988 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Fail 30 Jul 2020

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

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Pass 1 Aug 2019 10,160 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2019 10,160 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 1 Aug 2018 9,086 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2016 8,997 miles

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 31 Dec 2015 8,741 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2014 8,371 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2011 6,457 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2011 6,457 miles

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

Pass 30 Sep 2010 6,324 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2009 5,909 miles

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

Pass 17 Oct 2009 5,909 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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AY56 BXU is a 2006 Kawasaki Z1000 in Blue with a 953cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

Across all 2006 Kawasaki Z1000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.7% with a typical mileage of 16,306 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 AY56 BXU, 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 20 years old, this Kawasaki Z1000 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was AY56 BXU registered?

AY56 BXU is a 2006 Kawasaki Z1000, first registered on 22 September 2006.

Is AY56 BXU safe to buy?

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