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AE04 EPF

2004 Kawasaki ZX-12R

Black Petrol 1199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Mar 2024
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

48,534 mi
Last recorded48,534 miles
Recorded on20 Mar 2023
Typical for 2004 Kawasaki ZX-12R18,197 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE04 EPF
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-12R
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,199cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Mar 2023 48,534 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2021 46,497 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2020 43,217 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2019 41,497 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2017 38,992 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2016 37,346 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2015 33,497 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2015 33,493 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Hydraulic brake control feels spongy (3.1.4a)

Pass 25 Jun 2014 32,295 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2013 28,993 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2013 28,993 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 15 Jun 2012 27,233 miles

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

Pass 15 Jun 2011 22,025 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2010 19,533 miles

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

Pass 30 May 2009 14,979 miles
Fail 29 May 2009 14,953 miles

Centre Front Brake lining(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 4 Jun 2008 9,941 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2007 6,475 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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AE04 EPF is a 2004 Kawasaki ZX-12R in Black with a 1,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2004 Kawasaki ZX-12R models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.7% with a typical mileage of 18,197 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 AE04 EPF, 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 22 years old, this Kawasaki ZX-12R is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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AE04 EPF is a 2004 Kawasaki ZX-12R, first registered on 17 March 2004.

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