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BU03 LGJ

2003 Kawasaki ZX-12R

Red Petrol 1199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Feb 2025
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

16,132 mi
Last recorded16,132 miles
Recorded on16 Feb 2024
Typical for 2003 Kawasaki ZX-12R18,348 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU03 LGJ
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-12R
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,199cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Feb 2024 16,132 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 10 May 2022 16,116 miles
Pass 18 May 2021 16,103 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2020 16,011 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2020 15,997 miles

Front Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 19 Mar 2019 15,953 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2019 15,953 miles

Front Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Pass 20 Mar 2018 15,938 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2017 15,676 miles

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

Pass 15 Mar 2016 15,463 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2015 15,118 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2014 14,928 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2013 14,654 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2012 14,473 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2011 14,128 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2010 13,632 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2009 12,754 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2008 11,461 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Mar 2007 9,586 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2006 7,682 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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BU03 LGJ is a 2003 Kawasaki ZX-12R in Red with a 1,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 2003 Kawasaki ZX-12R models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.3% with a typical mileage of 18,348 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 BU03 LGJ, 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 23 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 BU03 LGJ registered?

BU03 LGJ is a 2003 Kawasaki ZX-12R, first registered on 11 April 2003.

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