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WX55 YBY

2006 Kawasaki Z1000

Blue Petrol 953cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Apr 2027
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

38,603 mi
Last recorded38,603 miles
Recorded on8 Apr 2026
Typical for 2006 Kawasaki Z100016,306 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWX55 YBY
MakeKawasaki
ModelZ1000
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine953cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Apr 2026 38,603 miles

Rear Tyre Starting Crack / Perish

Pass 3 Apr 2025 38,550 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2024 38,420 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2023 38,403 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2022 38,373 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2021 38,170 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2019 37,715 miles
Pass 1 May 2018 37,048 miles
Pass 10 May 2017 36,192 miles
Pass 9 May 2016 35,552 miles
Pass 23 May 2015 35,058 miles
Pass 22 May 2014 34,291 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2014 54,538 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 30 Jan 2014 54,538 miles

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) excessively worn (3.2.A1l) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Brake disc(s) excessively worn (3.2.A1l) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i)) DANGEROUS

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f) DANGEROUS

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 13 Mar 2013 30,122 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 3 Nov 2011 23,225 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 22 Oct 2010 17,919 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 28 Aug 2009 12,657 miles

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

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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WX55 YBY is a 2006 Kawasaki Z1000 in Blue with a 953cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

Across all 2006 Kawasaki Z1000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.7% with a typical mileage of 16,306 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 WX55 YBY, 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 20 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 WX55 YBY registered?

WX55 YBY is a 2006 Kawasaki Z1000, first registered on 9 January 2006.

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