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LX55 FWL

2005 Kawasaki ZR1000

Silver Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 May 2026
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

99,726 mi
Last recorded99,726 miles
Recorded on10 May 2025
Typical for 2005 Kawasaki ZR100012,329 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLX55 FWL
MakeKawasaki
ModelZR1000
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 10 May 2025 99,726 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 21 May 2022 94,000 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Footrest slightly loose (6.2.12 (a))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 21 May 2022 94,000 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Footrest slightly loose (6.2.12 (a))

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

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls (4.3.2 (a) (iii))

Pass 15 May 2021 93,412 miles

Clutch lever bent (6.2.7 (b))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Suspension corroded but not seriously weakened shock absorber (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 15 May 2021 93,412 miles

Clutch lever bent (6.2.7 (b))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Suspension corroded but not seriously weakened shock absorber (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Throttle operating incorrectly sticking adjusted cables (6.2.7 (a) (i))

Pass 19 May 2018 91,303 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 19 May 2018 91,303 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Horn control not functioning. (1.7.2b)

Pass 11 Mar 2017 85,612 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Fail 11 Mar 2017 85,612 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 21 Oct 2014 76,876 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2013 53,107 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 16 Aug 2013 53,107 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 20 Jun 2012 32,632 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 10 Nov 2011 21,788 miles
Pass 20 May 2010 17,995 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2009 13,186 miles
Fail 17 Jan 2009 11,254 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 17 Jan 2009 11,254 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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LX55 FWL is a 2005 Kawasaki ZR1000 in Silver with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2005 Kawasaki ZR1000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.2% with a typical mileage of 12,329 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 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 LX55 FWL, 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.

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LX55 FWL is a 2005 Kawasaki ZR1000, first registered on 23 November 2005.

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