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YL05 WVH

2005 Kawasaki Z1000

Red Petrol 953cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Apr 2023
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

51,749 mi
Last recorded51,749 miles
Recorded on8 Apr 2022
Typical for 2005 Kawasaki Z100013,938 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYL05 WVH
MakeKawasaki
ModelZ1000
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine953cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Apr 2022 51,749 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2021 50,614 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2020 48,083 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2019 46,375 miles

Frame corroding, painted in places.

Front tyre wearing low.

Pass 19 Sep 2017 45,789 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2014 44,495 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2013 42,339 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Pass 26 Jul 2012 40,261 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2012 40,261 miles

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

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

Pass 28 Jul 2011 37,099 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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

Fail 6 Jul 2010 35,238 miles

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Pass 6 Jul 2010 35,238 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2009 31,161 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2008 16,599 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 WVH is a 2005 Kawasaki Z1000 in Red with a 953cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 YL05 WVH, 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 WVH registered?

YL05 WVH is a 2005 Kawasaki Z1000, first registered on 1 August 2005.

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The MOT history for YL05 WVH shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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