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AO02 TCJ

2002 Kawasaki ZX-12R

Blue Petrol 1199cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Jan 2027
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

22,585 mi
Last recorded22,585 miles
Recorded on19 Jan 2026
Typical for 2002 Kawasaki ZX-12R20,380 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO02 TCJ
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-12R
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,199cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Jan 2026 22,585 miles

front tyre wear

Pass 3 Mar 2025 20,736 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2024 19,929 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2023 19,105 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2022 17,769 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2021 16,794 miles

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

Pass 30 Apr 2019 15,544 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2019 15,544 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 12 Apr 2018 14,565 miles

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

Fail 12 Apr 2018 14,565 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Pass 29 Apr 2017 13,510 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2016 12,632 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2016 12,632 miles

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

Pass 18 Apr 2015 12,043 miles

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

Pass 2 May 2014 10,573 miles

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

Pass 25 Apr 2013 9,931 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2012 9,534 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2011 8,685 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2010 8,015 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2009 7,424 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2008 6,594 miles
Pass 1 May 2007 6,196 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2006 5,543 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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AO02 TCJ is a 2002 Kawasaki ZX-12R in Blue with a 1,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

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 AO02 TCJ, 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 AO02 TCJ registered?

AO02 TCJ is a 2002 Kawasaki ZX-12R, first registered on 4 May 2002.

Is AO02 TCJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for AO02 TCJ shows 23 tests with a 87% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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