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AE03 VMC

2003 Kawasaki ZX-12R

Blue Petrol 1199cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 May 2027
Tests18 (18 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

20,408 mi
Last recorded20,408 miles
Recorded on15 May 2026
Typical for 2003 Kawasaki ZX-12R18,348 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE03 VMC
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-12R
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,199cc

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MOT History

18 pass
Pass 15 May 2026 20,408 miles
Pass 14 May 2025 18,420 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2024 18,399 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2023 18,371 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2022 18,241 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Steering Bearings have slight play.

Pass 6 Jul 2021 17,800 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2020 17,138 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2019 14,484 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2018 12,089 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2017 11,472 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 21 Mar 2016 10,992 miles

Front Steering control has reduced clearance at full lock not affecting the riders operation of the controls (2.1.2b)

Front headlamp covers fitted

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 4 Mar 2015 10,598 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2011 10,471 miles
Pass 11 May 2010 7,566 miles
Pass 8 May 2009 7,193 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2008 6,858 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2007 5,906 miles

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

Pass 5 May 2006 5,850 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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AE03 VMC is a 2003 Kawasaki ZX-12R in Blue with a 1,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2003 Kawasaki ZX-12R models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.3% with a typical mileage of 18,348 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 AE03 VMC, 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 23 years old, this Kawasaki ZX-12R is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AE03 VMC registered?

AE03 VMC is a 2003 Kawasaki ZX-12R, first registered on 15 May 2003.

Is AE03 VMC safe to buy?

The MOT history for AE03 VMC shows 18 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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