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RO52 VUC

2003 Kawasaki Z1000

Black Petrol 953cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Mar 2027
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

25,404 mi
Last recorded25,404 miles
Recorded on18 Mar 2026
Typical for 2003 Kawasaki Z100016,172 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRO52 VUC
MakeKawasaki
ModelZ1000
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine953cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Mar 2026 25,404 miles

Exhaust noisy

Pass 15 Mar 2025 24,034 miles

Exhausts noisy

Pass 2 Mar 2024 23,002 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 4 Mar 2023 22,311 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2023 22,271 miles

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

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

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

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 5 Feb 2022 19,775 miles

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 15 Jan 2021 16,723 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2019 11,833 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2018 8,889 miles

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

Pass 9 Jun 2017 7,868 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2015 7,785 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2014 7,765 miles

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

Pass 2 Aug 2013 7,667 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2012 7,012 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2011 6,811 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2010 6,298 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2009 5,171 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 23 Jul 2009 5,171 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2008 4,479 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 25 Jul 2008 4,479 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2007 3,920 miles

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

Front and rear tyres found to be seriously under-inflated

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

Pass 26 Jul 2006 3,171 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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RO52 VUC is a 2003 Kawasaki Z1000 in Black with a 953cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 RO52 VUC, 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 RO52 VUC registered?

RO52 VUC is a 2003 Kawasaki Z1000, first registered on 1 February 2003.

Is RO52 VUC safe to buy?

The MOT history for RO52 VUC shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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