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EU06 VTO

2006 Kawasaki Z1000

Orange Petrol 953cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Sep 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

48,829 mi
Last recorded48,829 miles
Recorded on10 Sep 2026
Typical for 2006 Kawasaki Z100016,306 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEU06 VTO
MakeKawasaki
ModelZ1000
Year2006
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine953cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Sep 2026 48,829 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Aug 2025 43,530 miles

Offside Rear Footrest slightly loose (6.2.12 (a))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Fail 9 Aug 2025 43,530 miles

Offside Rear Footrest slightly loose (6.2.12 (a))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls (4.3.2 (a) (iii))

Pass 2 Nov 2022 37,826 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Front Outer Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

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

chain has tight spot

Fail 6 Aug 2022 37,654 miles

Brake performance not tested (1.2.1 (g))

Drive chain excessively tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level significantly below minimum level (1.1.10 (d) (ii))

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

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

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

Front Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy wheel raised (2.2.2 (f) (i))

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

Pass 21 Aug 2021 31,896 miles

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level below minimum level (1.1.10 (d) (i))

Pass 22 Aug 2020 28,788 miles

Front Outer Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Rear Position lamp damaged but function not impaired (4.2.1 (c) (ii))

hand grips worn

Pass 10 Aug 2019 25,699 miles

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

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 21 Jul 2018 17,965 miles

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

Pass 19 Aug 2017 14,034 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2016 12,206 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2015 12,185 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2014 12,012 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2013 12,005 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2012 11,894 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2011 11,613 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2010 11,460 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2009 8,111 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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EU06 VTO is a 2006 Kawasaki Z1000 in Orange with a 953cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 EU06 VTO, 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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EU06 VTO is a 2006 Kawasaki Z1000, first registered on 15 June 2006.

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