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YL05 WLJ

2005 Kawasaki Z1000

Silver Petrol 953cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jun 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

10,364 mi
Last recorded10,364 miles
Recorded on21 May 2025
Typical for 2005 Kawasaki Z100013,938 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Kawasaki
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYL05 WLJ
MakeKawasaki
ModelZ1000
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine953cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 May 2025 10,364 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2024 10,337 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2022 10,322 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2021 10,274 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2020 10,252 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2018 10,195 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2017 10,136 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2016 10,023 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2014 9,859 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 7 Nov 2013 9,436 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Fail 5 Nov 2012 8,157 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Rear wheel spindle securing nut locking device insecure (2.4.A.2b)

Pass 5 Nov 2012 8,157 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 25 Nov 2011 5,301 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2010 4,541 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2009 3,499 miles

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

Pass 14 Jul 2008 1,211 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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YL05 WLJ is a 2005 Kawasaki Z1000 in Silver with a 953cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 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 YL05 WLJ, 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 YL05 WLJ registered?

YL05 WLJ is a 2005 Kawasaki Z1000, first registered on 28 July 2005.

Is YL05 WLJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for YL05 WLJ shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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