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PL05 TXB

2005 Kawasaki Z1000

Black Petrol 953cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jul 2026
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

31,449 mi
Last recorded31,449 miles
Recorded on4 Jul 2025
Typical for 2005 Kawasaki Z100013,938 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPL05 TXB
MakeKawasaki
ModelZ1000
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine953cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Jul 2025 31,449 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2024 28,667 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 1 Jul 2024 28,648 miles

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

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

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

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

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 9 May 2023 25,294 miles
Pass 10 May 2022 23,907 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 4 May 2021 22,464 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2020 22,312 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 13 Apr 2019 21,877 miles

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

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

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

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

Fail 13 Apr 2019 21,871 miles

Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible HID on dip beam. (4.1.4 (c))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator light intensity significantly reduced Hidden. (4.4.3 (a))

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 14 Apr 2018 20,038 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 19 May 2017 19,047 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2016 12,019 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2014 8,770 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2013 7,394 miles
Pass 1 May 2012 6,804 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2010 6,343 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2009 4,774 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 4 Aug 2008 4,185 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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PL05 TXB is a 2005 Kawasaki Z1000 in Black with a 953cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 PL05 TXB, 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 PL05 TXB registered?

PL05 TXB is a 2005 Kawasaki Z1000, first registered on 3 August 2005.

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