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VU03 XDD

2003 Kawasaki Z1000

Green Petrol 953cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Apr 2025
Tests23 (16 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate69.6%

Mileage

54,781 mi
Last recorded54,781 miles
Recorded on2 Apr 2024
Typical for 2003 Kawasaki Z100016,172 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU03 XDD
MakeKawasaki
ModelZ1000
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine953cc

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MOT History

16 pass 7 fail
Pass 2 Apr 2024 54,781 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2023 51,726 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2022 49,229 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2022 49,229 miles

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 23 Mar 2021 44,868 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Downpipes to cylinder head (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 23 Mar 2021 44,868 miles

Direction indicator not working Both front not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Drive chain worn to excess (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

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

Rear Wheel bearing play so excessive it is likely to break up (5.1.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Downpipes to cylinder head (6.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 23 Jan 2020 41,914 miles

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

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

Fail 23 Jan 2020 41,914 miles

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

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

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

Pass 25 Sep 2018 40,147 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2018 40,147 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Handlebar grip insecure to handlebar (2.2.1 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 31 Jul 2017 39,098 miles

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

Pass 22 Jul 2016 37,313 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2016 37,313 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Rear Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Pass 11 Jul 2015 33,430 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2014 30,141 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2012 29,039 miles

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

Pass 18 Aug 2011 25,195 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2011 25,195 miles

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

Pass 16 Aug 2010 20,070 miles

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

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 21 Aug 2009 15,271 miles

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

Fail 3 Jun 2008 12,025 miles

Rear Registration plate margin less than the minimum requirement (6.3.4g)

Pass 3 Jun 2008 12,025 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2007 9,548 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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VU03 XDD is a 2003 Kawasaki Z1000 in Green with a 953cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.6%.

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 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 VU03 XDD, 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 VU03 XDD registered?

VU03 XDD is a 2003 Kawasaki Z1000, first registered on 10 April 2003.

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