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NK05 BYR

2005 Kawasaki Zx 1000 C1H

Gold Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Apr 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

41,092 mi
Last recorded41,092 miles
Recorded on30 Apr 2026
Typical for 2005 Kawasaki Zx 1000 C1H15,207 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNK05 BYR
MakeKawasaki
ModelZx 1000 C1H
Year2005
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc
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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Apr 2026 41,092 miles
Pass 23 May 2024 41,092 miles
Pass 17 May 2023 41,086 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2022 41,079 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2021 40,910 miles

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

Pass 8 May 2020 40,812 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2019 40,475 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2019 40,475 miles

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

Pass 30 Mar 2018 39,657 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2017 39,149 miles
Pass 18 May 2015 34,993 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 21 May 2014 32,976 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 12 May 2012 27,145 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

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

Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Fail 8 May 2012 27,132 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a severely juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 26 Apr 2011 18,413 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

drive chain in need of lubrication

Fail 26 Apr 2011 18,413 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.6)

drive chain in need of lubrication

Pass 22 Apr 2010 10,657 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2009 10,539 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2008 9,049 miles

How Reliable is the Kawasaki Zx 1000 C1H?

Based on 5,216 MOT tests across 466 vehicles.

87.2%
Pass Rate
921
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
466
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

reflector on motorcycle missing 54
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 49
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 31
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 30
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 19
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NK05 BYR is a 2005 Kawasaki Zx 1000 C1H in Gold with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

Across all 2005 Kawasaki Zx 1000 C1H models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.6% with a typical mileage of 15,207 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 Zx 1000 C1H fails its MOT is reflector on motorcycle missing, accounting for 54 recorded failures. If you're considering buying NK05 BYR, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki Zx 1000 C1H typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 21 years old, this Kawasaki Zx 1000 C1H is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was NK05 BYR registered?

NK05 BYR is a 2005 Kawasaki Zx 1000 C1H, first registered on 16 June 2005.

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