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WU53 AXV

2004 Kawasaki Z1000

Black Petrol 1000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Aug 2026
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

16,254 mi
Last recorded16,254 miles
Recorded on22 Aug 2025
Typical for 2004 Kawasaki Z100014,300 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWU53 AXV
MakeKawasaki
ModelZ1000
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,000cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Aug 2025 16,254 miles

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

Pass 5 Sep 2019 16,139 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2018 15,928 miles

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

Pass 30 Aug 2017 15,880 miles
Pass 13 May 2016 15,674 miles

number plate light not working

Pass 7 May 2015 15,522 miles
Fail 7 May 2015 15,522 miles

Nearside Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Pass 18 Apr 2014 15,236 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2013 14,436 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2012 13,935 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2011 12,328 miles

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

Offside Steering control has reduced clearance at full lock not affecting the riders operation of the controls (2.1.2b)

front brake pipes between headstock and right fork on right lock

reat tyre has cuts in tread

Fail 21 Apr 2011 12,322 miles

Registration plate characters laid out in an incorrect format (6.3.4f)

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

Offside Steering control has reduced clearance at full lock not affecting the riders operation of the controls (2.1.2b)

front brake pipes between headstock and right fork on right lock

reat tyre has cuts in tread

Pass 22 May 2010 8,827 miles

rear tyre has cracks in rear tyre

Fail 22 May 2010 8,827 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

rear tyre has cracks in rear tyre

Pass 15 Feb 2008 8,808 miles

Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.5.1b)

Pass 26 Feb 2007 6,270 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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WU53 AXV is a 2004 Kawasaki Z1000 in Black with a 1,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 WU53 AXV, 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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What year was WU53 AXV registered?

WU53 AXV is a 2004 Kawasaki Z1000, first registered on 2 February 2004.

Is WU53 AXV safe to buy?

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