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WU04 KWT

2004 Kawasaki Z1000

Black Petrol 953cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Aug 2026
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

17,911 mi
Last recorded17,911 miles
Recorded on26 Aug 2025
Typical for 2004 Kawasaki Z100014,300 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWU04 KWT
MakeKawasaki
ModelZ1000
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine953cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 26 Aug 2025 17,911 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort Possibly warped disc twin discs fitted, requires investigation replacement or repair (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Fail 26 Aug 2025 17,911 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort Possibly warped disc twin discs fitted, requires investigation replacement or repair (1.2.1 (e))

Front Stop lamp not working Spade terminal wasn't connected (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 4 Oct 2023 17,568 miles

Battery flat

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort Warped disc ? (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush Requires replacement (5.3.2 (c))

Fail 4 Oct 2023 17,568 miles

Battery flat

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort Warped disc ? (1.2.1 (e))

Front Stop lamp not working Wire off at switch (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush Requires replacement (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 19 Aug 2022 17,524 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2021 17,218 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2020 17,107 miles
Pass 28 May 2019 16,412 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Pass 22 May 2018 15,014 miles

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

Pass 6 Aug 2015 14,615 miles

Chain guard missing

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

Pass 15 Jul 2014 13,805 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2013 12,540 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2011 11,479 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2011 11,467 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Offside Front Locking devices not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Front Brake hose excessively chafed (3.2.B3a) DANGEROUS

Rear position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.3b) DANGEROUS

Stop lamp affected by the operation of another lamp (1.3.2) DANGEROUS

Pass 3 Apr 2010 9,866 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 3 Apr 2010 9,866 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear Brake disc(s) securing bolt(s) missing (3.2.A1g)

Pass 18 Nov 2008 8,322 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2007 6,919 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2007 6,919 miles

Dipswitch does not deflect the main beam/s, making them into dipped beam/s (1.2.2b(ii))

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

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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WU04 KWT is a 2004 Kawasaki Z1000 in Black with a 953cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

Across all 2004 Kawasaki Z1000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.1% with a typical mileage of 14,300 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 WU04 KWT, 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 22 years old, this Kawasaki Z1000 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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WU04 KWT is a 2004 Kawasaki Z1000, first registered on 12 August 2004.

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