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BU02 VWK

2002 Kawasaki ZX-12R

Green Petrol 1199cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Aug 2026
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

32,049 mi
Last recorded32,049 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2025
Typical for 2002 Kawasaki ZX-12R20,380 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU02 VWK
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-12R
Year2002
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,199cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Jul 2025 32,049 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2024 32,040 miles
Pass 22 May 2023 32,005 miles
Pass 5 May 2022 31,888 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2021 31,968 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2019 31,109 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2019 31,109 miles

Steering headbearing excessively stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 15 May 2018 30,177 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2017 29,529 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2016 28,344 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2014 27,402 miles

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 22 Oct 2013 25,678 miles

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 6 Nov 2012 22,991 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2011 20,454 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2010 18,905 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2007 18,505 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2006 17,768 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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BU02 VWK is a 2002 Kawasaki ZX-12R in Green with a 1,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 BU02 VWK, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BU02 VWK registered?

BU02 VWK is a 2002 Kawasaki ZX-12R, first registered on 30 March 2002.

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