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OU03 LVD

2003 Kawasaki Z1000

Orange Petrol 953cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 May 2026
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

21,873 mi
Last recorded21,873 miles
Recorded on12 May 2025
Typical for 2003 Kawasaki Z100016,172 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Kawasaki
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOU03 LVD
MakeKawasaki
ModelZ1000
Year2003
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine953cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 May 2025 21,873 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2019 21,825 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2018 21,254 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2017 21,098 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2016 20,642 miles
Pass 19 May 2016 20,072 miles
Pass 27 May 2015 17,621 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2015 17,194 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2013 16,167 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2013 14,898 miles
Fail 10 Jan 2012 13,997 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 10 Jan 2012 13,997 miles
Fail 8 Oct 2010 11,238 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

Pass 8 Oct 2010 11,238 miles

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

Pass 30 Sep 2009 10,429 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2008 8,611 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2007 6,309 miles

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 12 Jun 2006 5,854 miles

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

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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OU03 LVD is a 2003 Kawasaki Z1000 in Orange with a 953cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 OU03 LVD, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was OU03 LVD registered?

OU03 LVD is a 2003 Kawasaki Z1000, first registered on 30 May 2003.

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The MOT history for OU03 LVD shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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