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SF03 VVW

2003 Kawasaki Z1000

Black Petrol 953cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Sep 2026
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

38,511 mi
Last recorded38,511 miles
Recorded on25 Sep 2025
Typical for 2003 Kawasaki Z100016,172 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSF03 VVW
MakeKawasaki
ModelZ1000
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine953cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Sep 2025 38,511 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2024 37,636 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2023 37,110 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 12 Aug 2023 37,088 miles

Front Headlamp incorrect colour (4.1.4 (a))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.4.3 (b))

Offside Rear Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.4.3 (b))

Rear Direction indicator obviously incorrectly positioned (4.4.3 (a))

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

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 19 Feb 2022 36,403 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2020 36,098 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2019 35,625 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2018 34,597 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2017 32,383 miles

Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 22 Apr 2017 30,534 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2015 24,091 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2015 24,091 miles

Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Pass 21 Aug 2014 21,028 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2014 14,504 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2013 11,475 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2012 5,769 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2010 5,199 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2009 5,046 miles
Pass 9 May 2008 4,474 miles
Pass 10 May 2007 3,738 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2006 2,197 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))

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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SF03 VVW is a 2003 Kawasaki Z1000 in Black with a 953cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 SF03 VVW, 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.

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What year was SF03 VVW registered?

SF03 VVW is a 2003 Kawasaki Z1000, first registered on 5 April 2003.

Is SF03 VVW safe to buy?

The MOT history for SF03 VVW shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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