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AF03 BBU

2003 Kawasaki ZZ-R1200

Blue Petrol 1164cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Dec 2017
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

89,657 mi
Last recorded89,657 miles
Recorded on10 Dec 2016
Typical for 2003 Kawasaki ZZ-R120023,381 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF03 BBU
MakeKawasaki
ModelZZ-R1200
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,164cc
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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Dec 2016 89,657 miles

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

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play dog bar bearings (both) (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 12 Dec 2015 86,590 miles

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

Pass 5 Dec 2014 81,336 miles

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

Pass 30 Nov 2013 77,322 miles
Fail 17 Nov 2012 71,091 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

front brakes slightly binding

Pass 17 Nov 2012 71,091 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

front brakes slightly binding

Pass 8 Dec 2011 61,589 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 30 Dec 2010 50,228 miles

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

Pass 23 Jan 2010 39,452 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 10 Dec 2008 27,864 miles

Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

Pass 9 Jan 2008 15,006 miles

Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

Pass 9 Jun 2006 11,588 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

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

How Reliable is the Kawasaki ZZ-R1200?

Based on 4,542 MOT tests across 322 vehicles.

88.3%
Pass Rate
1,169
Miles/Year
24
Year Lifespan
322
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 52
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 32
wheel bearings have excessive free play 23
Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort 20
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 17
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AF03 BBU is a 2003 Kawasaki ZZ-R1200 in Blue with a 1,164cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

Across all 2003 Kawasaki ZZ-R1200 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.1% with a typical mileage of 23,381 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Kawasaki ZZ-R1200 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 52 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AF03 BBU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki ZZ-R1200 typically stays on UK roads for around 24 years. At 23 years old, this Kawasaki ZZ-R1200 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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AF03 BBU is a 2003 Kawasaki ZZ-R1200, first registered on 11 June 2003.

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