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AE54 FZT

2004 Kawasaki ZX-12R

Black Petrol 1199cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Mar 2027
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

10,506 mi
Last recorded10,506 miles
Recorded on21 Mar 2026
Typical for 2004 Kawasaki ZX-12R18,197 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE54 FZT
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-12R
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,199cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Mar 2026 10,506 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2025 10,378 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2024 10,257 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2023 10,096 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2023 10,096 miles

Chain guard insecure (6.1.7 (i))

Pass 28 Mar 2022 9,877 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2021 9,532 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Pass 24 Mar 2020 9,218 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 28 Mar 2019 8,858 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 29 Mar 2018 8,479 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2017 8,158 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2015 7,893 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2014 7,603 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2013 7,131 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2012 6,769 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2011 6,495 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2011 6,479 miles

Rear Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Pass 29 Oct 2010 5,778 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2009 5,207 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2008 4,462 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2007 3,654 miles
Fail 11 Oct 2007 3,654 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Headlamp incorrect colour (1.2.1)

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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AE54 FZT is a 2004 Kawasaki ZX-12R in Black with a 1,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 AE54 FZT, 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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What year was AE54 FZT registered?

AE54 FZT is a 2004 Kawasaki ZX-12R, first registered on 16 October 2004.

Is AE54 FZT safe to buy?

The MOT history for AE54 FZT shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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