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PJ05 ZNK

2005 Kawasaki Z1000

Red Petrol 953cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 May 2027
Tests23 (16 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate69.6%

Mileage

37,173 mi
Last recorded37,173 miles
Recorded on8 May 2026
Typical for 2005 Kawasaki Z100013,938 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPJ05 ZNK
MakeKawasaki
ModelZ1000
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine953cc

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MOT History

16 pass 7 fail
Pass 8 May 2026 37,173 miles

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 8 May 2026 37,173 miles

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

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 17 May 2025 36,489 miles

Central Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 15 May 2025 36,489 miles

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

Central Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamp(s) (4.7.2 (a))

Central Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 19 Apr 2024 35,252 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2023 27,553 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 4 Mar 2021 27,360 miles
Fail 4 Mar 2021 27,360 miles

Steering headbearing has excessive wear or free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 20 Jul 2019 27,162 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2018 26,856 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2017 25,631 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2016 22,974 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2016 22,973 miles

Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Front Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Nearside Steering lock stop maladjusted (2.1.3)

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 3 Jul 2015 20,289 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2015 20,287 miles

Headlamp incorrect colour (1.2.1)

Offside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 17 Jun 2014 20,149 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2014 20,146 miles

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

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 19 Nov 2011 17,333 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Pass 2 Nov 2010 14,519 miles
Fail 2 Nov 2010 14,519 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Pass 30 Oct 2009 12,603 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2008 7,004 miles
Pass 29 May 2008 6,497 miles

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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PJ05 ZNK is a 2005 Kawasaki Z1000 in Red with a 953cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.6%.

Across all 2005 Kawasaki Z1000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.6% with a typical mileage of 13,938 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 Z1000 fails its MOT is reflector on motorcycle missing, accounting for 213 recorded failures. If you're considering buying PJ05 ZNK, 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 21 years old, this Kawasaki Z1000 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was PJ05 ZNK registered?

PJ05 ZNK is a 2005 Kawasaki Z1000, first registered on 15 June 2005.

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