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BU04 KEK

2004 Kawasaki ZX-12R

Silver Petrol 1199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Apr 2017
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

26,039 mi
Last recorded26,039 miles
Recorded on21 Apr 2016
Typical for 2004 Kawasaki ZX-12R18,197 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU04 KEK
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-12R
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,199cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Apr 2016 26,039 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2014 25,960 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2014 25,959 miles

Rear position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.3b)

Pass 20 Mar 2012 25,912 miles

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

Pass 8 Mar 2011 25,818 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Aug 2009 25,813 miles

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

Fail 4 Aug 2009 25,813 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

Pass 12 Aug 2008 24,505 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2007 19,524 miles

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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BU04 KEK is a 2004 Kawasaki ZX-12R in Silver with a 1,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 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 BU04 KEK, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BU04 KEK registered?

BU04 KEK is a 2004 Kawasaki ZX-12R, first registered on 4 August 2004.

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The MOT history for BU04 KEK shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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