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AO02 TFN

2002 Kawasaki ZX-12R

Silver Petrol 1199cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Mar 2027
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

40,166 mi
Last recorded40,166 miles
Recorded on9 Mar 2026
Typical for 2002 Kawasaki ZX-12R20,380 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO02 TFN
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-12R
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,199cc
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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Mar 2026 40,166 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 7 Mar 2025 38,423 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 25 Mar 2024 37,565 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2022 36,570 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2021 35,491 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 8 Nov 2021 35,491 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 13 Nov 2020 33,340 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 23 Apr 2019 29,479 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2018 27,632 miles
Pass 12 May 2017 27,217 miles

number plate light not working

Pass 20 May 2016 26,895 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2015 26,715 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2014 26,154 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2013 25,848 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2012 24,956 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2011 23,936 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2009 23,341 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2008 20,911 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2007 18,893 miles
Pass 19 May 2007 17,787 miles
Pass 12 May 2006 15,245 miles

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

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 TFN is a 2002 Kawasaki ZX-12R in Silver with a 1,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 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 AO02 TFN, 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 TFN registered?

AO02 TFN is a 2002 Kawasaki ZX-12R, first registered on 17 May 2002.

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