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KE05 SZV

2005 Kawasaki ZR1000

Black Petrol 1000cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 May 2027
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

11,378 mi
Last recorded11,378 miles
Recorded on23 May 2026
Typical for 2005 Kawasaki ZR100012,329 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKE05 SZV
MakeKawasaki
ModelZR1000
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,000cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 May 2026 11,378 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2025 11,268 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2024 11,260 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2022 11,232 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2020 11,086 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2020 11,086 miles

Rear Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 23 Jun 2018 10,698 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2016 10,049 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

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

Pass 24 Jul 2015 9,181 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2014 8,044 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2014 7,258 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 1 Mar 2013 6,090 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 1 Mar 2013 6,090 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Registration plate background overprinted or shadowed with text (6.3.1e)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 29 Mar 2012 4,203 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2010 3,993 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2009 3,897 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2008 3,507 miles

How Reliable is the Kawasaki ZR1000?

Based on 2,262 MOT tests across 178 vehicles.

87.6%
Pass Rate
702
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
178
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 20
reflector on motorcycle missing 16
Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort 7
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 6
Headlamp aim too high 4
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KE05 SZV is a 2005 Kawasaki ZR1000 in Black with a 1,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

Across all 2005 Kawasaki ZR1000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.2% with a typical mileage of 12,329 miles. This vehicle is performing in line with others of the same year.

The most common reason a Kawasaki ZR1000 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 20 recorded failures. If you're considering buying KE05 SZV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki ZR1000 typically stays on UK roads for around 23 years. At 21 years old, this Kawasaki ZR1000 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was KE05 SZV registered?

KE05 SZV is a 2005 Kawasaki ZR1000, first registered on 5 August 2005.

Is KE05 SZV safe to buy?

The MOT history for KE05 SZV shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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