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GK04 HJZ

2004 Kawasaki ZR750

Red Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Apr 2027
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

45,112 mi
Last recorded45,112 miles
Recorded on13 Apr 2026
Typical for 2004 Kawasaki ZR75017,686 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGK04 HJZ
MakeKawasaki
ModelZR750
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 13 Apr 2026 45,112 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2025 44,778 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2024 44,508 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2022 44,075 miles

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

Pass 22 Nov 2021 43,195 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Fail 22 Nov 2021 43,192 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls Front switch connection faulty. (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 30 Nov 2020 41,827 miles
Pass 29 May 2019 41,652 miles

Nearside Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

Pass 31 May 2018 38,386 miles

Brake pedal has slight side movement indicating a worn pedal bearing or pivot (1.1.1 (b))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

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

Nearside water pipe corroded

drive chain tight

head bearings notchy with wheel raised

Fail 31 May 2018 38,386 miles

Brake pedal has slight side movement indicating a worn pedal bearing or pivot (1.1.1 (b))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

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

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside water pipe corroded

drive chain tight

head bearings notchy with wheel raised

Pass 6 Jun 2017 32,950 miles

Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 4 Jun 2016 25,800 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2016 25,800 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 19 May 2015 18,899 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2014 14,315 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2013 14,130 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2013 14,130 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 1 Jun 2012 13,910 miles
Fail 25 May 2012 13,902 miles

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

Pass 20 May 2011 12,612 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2009 12,284 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2008 11,754 miles

How Reliable is the Kawasaki ZR750?

Based on 2,739 MOT tests across 246 vehicles.

83.5%
Pass Rate
882
Miles/Year
35
Year Lifespan
246
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 46
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 15
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 11
reflector on motorcycle missing 10
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 9
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GK04 HJZ is a 2004 Kawasaki ZR750 in Red with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

Across all 2004 Kawasaki ZR750 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.2% with a typical mileage of 17,686 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 ZR750 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 46 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GK04 HJZ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki ZR750 typically stays on UK roads for around 35 years. At 22 years old, this Kawasaki ZR750 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was GK04 HJZ registered?

GK04 HJZ is a 2004 Kawasaki ZR750, first registered on 24 August 2004.

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The MOT history for GK04 HJZ shows 22 tests with a 77.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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