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AD02 GBV

2002 Kawasaki ZX-12R

Silver Petrol 1164cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Apr 2026
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

42,219 mi
Last recorded42,219 miles
Recorded on19 Apr 2025
Typical for 2002 Kawasaki ZX-12R20,380 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAD02 GBV
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-12R
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,164cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 Apr 2025 42,219 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2023 41,103 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2023 41,097 miles

Brake performance unable to be tested pads on metal (1.2.1 (g))

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick on metal (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Pass 7 Mar 2022 39,956 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 30 Oct 2020 39,844 miles
Fail 30 Oct 2020 39,844 miles

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the steering (2.4 (a))

Pass 5 Nov 2018 38,560 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2017 37,195 miles

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

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Fail 3 Nov 2017 37,195 miles

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

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Locking device(s) not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride split pin missing (6.2.1h)

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

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 21 Oct 2016 34,527 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 2 Nov 2015 33,172 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2014 31,960 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2014 31,958 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Rear Rear suspension bush has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 4 Aug 2011 29,033 miles

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

Lower Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 29 Jul 2010 25,105 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2009 21,293 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2009 21,250 miles

Rear wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 2 Mar 2006 18,274 miles

How Reliable is the Kawasaki ZX-12R?

Based on 37,905 MOT tests across 2,961 vehicles.

87.7%
Pass Rate
890
Miles/Year
26
Year Lifespan
2,961
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 504
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 205
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 188
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 172
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 154
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AD02 GBV is a 2002 Kawasaki ZX-12R in Silver with a 1,164cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 2002 Kawasaki ZX-12R models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.8% with a typical mileage of 20,380 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 ZX-12R fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 504 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AD02 GBV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki ZX-12R typically stays on UK roads for around 26 years. At 24 years old, this Kawasaki ZX-12R is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was AD02 GBV registered?

AD02 GBV is a 2002 Kawasaki ZX-12R, first registered on 17 June 2002.

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