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WA05 PKE

2005 Kawasaki Zr 750 K1H

Black Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Sep 2026
Tests19 (13 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate68.4%

Mileage

31,367 mi
Last recorded31,367 miles
Recorded on12 Sep 2025
Typical for 2005 Kawasaki Zr 750 K1H15,886 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWA05 PKE
MakeKawasaki
ModelZr 750 K1H
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

13 pass 6 fail
Pass 12 Sep 2025 31,367 miles

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied foot brake (1.1.2 (d))

Shock absorber has a light misting of oil offside front fork (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 2 Oct 2024 31,295 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Clutch lever bent (6.2.7 (b))

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

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

Rear Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 21 Aug 2023 27,772 miles

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

Pass 2 Sep 2022 25,649 miles

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

Fail 2 Sep 2022 25,649 miles

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

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

Tyre incorrectly seated on the wheel rim (5.2.3 (k))

Pass 6 Jul 2021 17,066 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Fail 6 Jul 2021 17,066 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 21 Apr 2019 16,853 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2018 16,570 miles
Pass 10 May 2016 12,410 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2016 12,407 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Fail 9 Jan 2015 11,758 miles

Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Pass 9 Jan 2015 11,758 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2014 10,740 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2013 10,349 miles

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Fail 3 Jun 2013 10,349 miles

Nearside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 31 May 2012 9,303 miles
Fail 30 May 2012 9,303 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 30 Dec 2008 9,301 miles

How Reliable is the Kawasaki Zr 750 K1H?

Based on 3,470 MOT tests across 283 vehicles.

85.0%
Pass Rate
1,014
Miles/Year
21
Year Lifespan
283
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 59
Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation 15
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 12
Headlamp aim too high 12
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 12
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WA05 PKE is a 2005 Kawasaki Zr 750 K1H in Black with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.4%.

Across all 2005 Kawasaki Zr 750 K1H models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.9% with a typical mileage of 15,886 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 Zr 750 K1H fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 59 recorded failures. If you're considering buying WA05 PKE, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki Zr 750 K1H typically stays on UK roads for around 21 years. At 21 years old, this Kawasaki Zr 750 K1H is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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WA05 PKE is a 2005 Kawasaki Zr 750 K1H, first registered on 26 July 2005.

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