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KB03 MZV

2003 Kawasaki Z1000

Orange Petrol 953cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Nov 2026
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

39,423 mi
Last recorded39,423 miles
Recorded on13 Nov 2025
Typical for 2003 Kawasaki Z100016,172 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKB03 MZV
MakeKawasaki
ModelZ1000
Year2003
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine953cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 13 Nov 2025 39,423 miles
Fail 13 Nov 2025 39,423 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 5 Jul 2024 38,236 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2023 37,259 miles

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Pass 24 Jun 2022 36,256 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2022 36,230 miles

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Drive chain is dry

Fuel tank slightly loose Loose but not likely to become detached (6.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Jun 2021 35,292 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2021 35,292 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 11 Jun 2020 34,608 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Shock absorber has a light misting of oil Right hand fork leg (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 26 Oct 2018 33,894 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2017 32,826 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2016 31,980 miles

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

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

Fail 11 Oct 2016 31,980 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

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

Fail 4 Jun 2016 31,950 miles

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

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Nearside Front Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. Fork pitted. (2.3.1)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 30 Apr 2011 28,213 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2009 21,783 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2008 20,512 miles
Pass 31 May 2007 11,739 miles
Pass 18 May 2006 5,399 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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KB03 MZV is a 2003 Kawasaki Z1000 in Orange with a 953cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

Across all 2003 Kawasaki Z1000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.8% with a typical mileage of 16,172 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 KB03 MZV, 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 23 years old, this Kawasaki Z1000 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was KB03 MZV registered?

KB03 MZV is a 2003 Kawasaki Z1000, first registered on 18 March 2003.

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