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WX05 VZN

2005 Kawasaki Z1000

Red Petrol 953cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Jul 2027
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

11,057 mi
Last recorded11,057 miles
Recorded on7 Jul 2026
Typical for 2005 Kawasaki Z100013,938 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWX05 VZN
MakeKawasaki
ModelZ1000
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine953cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Jul 2026 11,057 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2025 10,803 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2024 10,559 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2023 10,105 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2022 9,580 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2020 9,572 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2019 9,453 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2018 9,411 miles
Pass 24 May 2017 9,305 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2015 8,802 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 22 Aug 2015 8,802 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 13 Aug 2014 8,030 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2013 7,475 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2012 7,228 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 20 Jul 2012 7,228 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 18 Jun 2011 6,953 miles
Pass 22 May 2010 6,547 miles
Pass 30 May 2009 5,831 miles
Fail 28 May 2009 5,767 miles

Registration plate characters incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

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

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

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

Pass 26 Apr 2008 4,242 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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WX05 VZN is a 2005 Kawasaki Z1000 in Red with a 953cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

Across all 2005 Kawasaki Z1000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.6% with a typical mileage of 13,938 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 WX05 VZN, 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 21 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 WX05 VZN registered?

WX05 VZN is a 2005 Kawasaki Z1000, first registered on 17 May 2005.

Is WX05 VZN safe to buy?

The MOT history for WX05 VZN shows 20 tests with a 85% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does WX05 VZN have outstanding finance?

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