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YJ05 MYH

2005 Kawasaki Z1000

Black Petrol 953cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jul 2026
Tests24 (18 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

19,535 mi
Last recorded19,535 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2025
Typical for 2005 Kawasaki Z100013,938 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYJ05 MYH
MakeKawasaki
ModelZ1000
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine953cc

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MOT History

18 pass 6 fail
Pass 29 Jul 2025 19,535 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2024 19,426 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2023 19,175 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2023 19,175 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 14 Jul 2022 19,104 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2021 19,037 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2021 19,037 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Pass 22 Jul 2020 18,899 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2020 18,899 miles

Riders seat insecure (6.2.5 (a) (ii))

Pass 9 May 2019 18,220 miles
Fail 9 May 2019 18,220 miles

Steering operation fouling on the fuel tank or bodywork on full lock (2.1.4 (b))

Pass 16 May 2018 18,030 miles
Pass 15 May 2017 17,546 miles
Fail 15 May 2017 17,546 miles

Front mudguard insecure (2.3.7)

Pass 28 Apr 2016 16,628 miles
Pass 13 May 2015 16,116 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2014 16,005 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2013 15,089 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2013 15,089 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 22 Mar 2012 14,458 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2011 12,754 miles

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

Pass 6 Mar 2010 10,912 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2009 8,326 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2008 6,639 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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YJ05 MYH is a 2005 Kawasaki Z1000 in Black with a 953cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 YJ05 MYH, 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 YJ05 MYH registered?

YJ05 MYH is a 2005 Kawasaki Z1000, first registered on 4 March 2005.

Is YJ05 MYH safe to buy?

The MOT history for YJ05 MYH shows 24 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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