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LK53 EBJ

2003 Kawasaki ZR1000

Green Petrol 1000cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Jul 2027
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

52,460 mi
Last recorded52,460 miles
Recorded on1 Aug 2026
Typical for 2003 Kawasaki ZR100015,668 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLK53 EBJ
MakeKawasaki
ModelZR1000
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,000cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Aug 2026 52,460 miles

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

Front Handlebar deformed but serviceable (2.2.1 (c) (i))

Rear Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Fail 29 Jul 2026 52,402 miles

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.12 (a))

Rear Steering linkage locking device missing Wheel Spindle (2.1.3 (d))

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Front Handlebar deformed but serviceable (2.2.1 (c) (i))

Rear Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Pass 16 Jul 2025 48,480 miles

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

Fail 16 Jul 2025 48,480 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

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

Pass 11 Jul 2024 47,477 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2023 46,203 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2022 44,983 miles
Pass 8 May 2021 44,562 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2019 43,899 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2015 42,692 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2014 42,420 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2012 37,996 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2011 31,078 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2010 27,644 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2009 24,761 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2008 19,960 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2007 16,034 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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LK53 EBJ is a 2003 Kawasaki ZR1000 in Green with a 1,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

Across all 2003 Kawasaki ZR1000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.4% with a typical mileage of 15,668 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its 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 LK53 EBJ, 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 23 years old, this Kawasaki ZR1000 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was LK53 EBJ registered?

LK53 EBJ is a 2003 Kawasaki ZR1000, first registered on 17 September 2003.

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