2018 Kawasaki ZX 1000 WJF 1.0L Petrol · BL06 DAD

This Kawasaki ZX-1000 presents a clean and stable maintenance record. The most recent MOT, conducted on 4 April 2026 at 15,510 miles, passed with zero defects. This is a strong indicator of current roadworthiness. Looking back through the history, every single test since March 2022 has been a clean pass with no advisories or failures. The trend is not just stable; it is flawless, suggesting a machine that has been consistently well-maintained and kept in good mechanical order. The mileage pattern tells a specific story. At roughly 1,939 miles per year, this is a low-mileage machine for its age. The accumulation is steady and gradual, moving from 4,251 miles in March 2022 to 15,510 miles by April 2026. There are no sudden jumps or suspicious gaps in the record that would suggest the bike has been standing unused for long periods or subjected to extreme short-term wear. This gentle, consistent use is typically kinder to a motorcycle's components than high-mileage or long-term storage. Despite the clean MOT history, a buyer must still conduct a thorough in-person inspection. Low mileage does not eliminate the risk of deterioration from age. A machine that has covered fewer than 2,000 miles annually may have spent extended periods stationary, which can lead to dried-out suspension seals, perished rubber brake hoses, and corroded brake calipers that a single annual test might not immediately reveal. The tyres, even with legal tread, should be closely examined for sidewall cracking and date codes, as rubber degrades with time regardless of use. The focus of any physical inspection should be on components that suffer from inactivity rather than mileage. Check the brake discs for surface corrosion and the calipers for binding, a common issue on lightly used bikes. Examine the fork seals for weeping and the swingarm and head bearings for any notchiness. The exhaust system, particularly the headers, should be inspected for signs of corrosion from internal condensation. A clean MOT record is an excellent foundation, but the final verdict on a low-mileage machine of this age rests on a hands-on assessment of its condition.