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AU04 NJV

2004 Kawasaki ZX-12R

Black Petrol 1199cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Jun 2027
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

37,143 mi
Last recorded37,143 miles
Recorded on18 Jun 2026
Typical for 2004 Kawasaki ZX-12R18,197 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU04 NJV
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-12R
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,199cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Jun 2026 37,143 miles

Front Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

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

Pass 12 Jun 2025 36,069 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2025 36,069 miles

Front Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Direction indicator with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Direction indicator with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Steering operation fouling on the fuel tank or bodywork on full lock (2.1.4 (b))

Offside Rear Direction indicator with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Rear Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j)) DANGEROUS

Pass 27 Jun 2024 32,333 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 2 Jun 2023 29,341 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2021 29,325 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2020 27,981 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2020 27,711 miles
Pass 10 May 2019 24,669 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2018 24,359 miles

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

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion fork (2.3.3)

Pass 28 Mar 2017 23,491 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2016 22,031 miles

Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Pass 4 Jul 2015 21,956 miles

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

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

Pass 2 May 2014 21,577 miles

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

Pass 27 Apr 2013 21,567 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2012 20,976 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2011 20,201 miles
Fail 23 Jan 2010 16,548 miles

Registration plate has a feature which changes the appearance or legibility of the characters (6.3.4c)

Pass 23 Jan 2010 16,548 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2008 14,764 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2007 12,067 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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AU04 NJV is a 2004 Kawasaki ZX-12R in Black with a 1,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 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 AU04 NJV, 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 AU04 NJV registered?

AU04 NJV is a 2004 Kawasaki ZX-12R, first registered on 1 August 2004.

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