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GY09 DVF

2009 Kawasaki Z1000

Black Petrol 953cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Sep 2023
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

11,747 mi
Last recorded11,747 miles
Recorded on10 Sep 2022
Typical for 2009 Kawasaki Z100012,072 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGY09 DVF
MakeKawasaki
ModelZ1000
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine953cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 10 Sep 2022 11,747 miles

Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Fail 25 Aug 2022 11,714 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

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

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Front Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

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

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 14 Aug 2021 11,465 miles

Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (1.1.12 (f) (i))

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

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Pass 29 Aug 2020 11,410 miles

Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (1.1.12 (f) (i))

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

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 29 Aug 2020 11,406 miles

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

Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 3 Sep 2019 11,366 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Fail 20 Aug 2019 11,363 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Pass 30 Aug 2018 10,818 miles

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

Pass 17 Aug 2017 9,759 miles

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

Pass 1 Sep 2016 9,196 miles

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 24 Aug 2015 9,129 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2014 8,892 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

Pass 28 Aug 2014 8,892 miles
Fail 27 Aug 2014 8,871 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a) DANGEROUS

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Nearside Front Brake component is slightly corroded (3.1.5)

Nearside Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Offside Front Brake component is slightly corroded (3.1.5)

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

clutch operation stiff

front tyre tread getting low

handlebars slightly bent

oil on rear tyre

Pass 27 Aug 2013 8,013 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Nearside Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

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

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

clutch operation stiff

front brakes bind slightly

number plate lamp not working

Fail 23 Mar 2012 6,089 miles

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 23 Mar 2012 6,089 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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GY09 DVF is a 2009 Kawasaki Z1000 in Black with a 953cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

Across all 2009 Kawasaki Z1000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.6% with a typical mileage of 12,072 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 GY09 DVF, 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 17 years old, this Kawasaki Z1000 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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GY09 DVF is a 2009 Kawasaki Z1000, first registered on 26 March 2009.

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