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GK04 HTX

2004 Kawasaki KLV1000

Green Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Oct 2026
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

27,074 mi
Last recorded27,074 miles
Recorded on17 Oct 2025
Typical for 2004 Kawasaki KLV100024,438 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGK04 HTX
MakeKawasaki
ModelKLV1000
Year2004
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Oct 2025 27,074 miles
Fail 14 Oct 2025 27,061 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

Drive chain excessively tight, so that it is likely to fail (6.1.7 (k) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 16 Aug 2024 23,554 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2023 23,138 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Jul 2022 18,109 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2021 17,581 miles
Fail 31 Aug 2021 17,581 miles

Rear Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j)) DANGEROUS

Fail 6 Jul 2021 17,576 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 8 Sep 2017 17,163 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 4 Dec 2015 17,142 miles

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

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 24 Sep 2011 16,372 miles

Drive chain rusty

Pass 20 Jul 2009 13,764 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

Pass 11 Aug 2008 12,559 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

Pass 18 Jul 2007 9,254 miles

How Reliable is the Kawasaki KLV1000?

Based on 1,629 MOT tests across 135 vehicles.

88.8%
Pass Rate
1,436
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
135
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 22
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 12
wheel bearings have excessive free play 10
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 7
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 6
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GK04 HTX is a 2004 Kawasaki KLV1000 in Green with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

Across all 2004 Kawasaki KLV1000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.7% with a typical mileage of 24,438 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 KLV1000 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 22 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GK04 HTX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki KLV1000 typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 22 years old, this Kawasaki KLV1000 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GK04 HTX registered?

GK04 HTX is a 2004 Kawasaki KLV1000, first registered on 2 June 2004.

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