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YJ03 SDY

2003 Kawasaki Z1000

Orange Petrol 953cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jul 2026
Tests25 (19 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76%

Mileage

39,719 mi
Last recorded39,719 miles
Recorded on21 Jun 2025
Typical for 2003 Kawasaki Z100016,172 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYJ03 SDY
MakeKawasaki
ModelZ1000
Year2003
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine953cc

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MOT History

19 pass 6 fail
Pass 21 Jun 2025 39,719 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2024 38,942 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2021 38,421 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2021 38,421 miles

Registration plate missing (0.1 (a))

Pass 20 Feb 2020 36,668 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2020 36,668 miles

Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Mar 2019 34,338 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2018 30,026 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 19 Sep 2017 30,026 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2016 27,552 miles

Front Brake disc(s) is slightly distorted (3.2.A1m)

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

Pass 12 Jun 2015 27,054 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2014 26,163 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 7 Jun 2013 25,312 miles

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

Pass 7 Jun 2012 24,316 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2011 23,260 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 16 Jun 2011 23,260 miles
Pass 28 May 2010 22,355 miles
Pass 20 May 2009 20,982 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2009 20,579 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2009 20,579 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 29 Mar 2008 17,743 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2007 14,030 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2007 14,019 miles

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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

Pass 15 Mar 2006 8,881 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2006 8,881 miles

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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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YJ03 SDY is a 2003 Kawasaki Z1000 in Orange with a 953cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76%.

Across all 2003 Kawasaki Z1000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.8% with a typical mileage of 16,172 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 YJ03 SDY, 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 23 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 YJ03 SDY registered?

YJ03 SDY is a 2003 Kawasaki Z1000, first registered on 18 March 2003.

Is YJ03 SDY safe to buy?

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