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BU06 LWK

2006 Kawasaki ZX-12R

Black Petrol 1199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jun 2026
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

20,670 mi
Last recorded20,670 miles
Recorded on11 Jun 2025
Typical for 2006 Kawasaki ZX-12R16,216 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU06 LWK
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-12R
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,199cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Jun 2025 20,670 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2024 20,468 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2022 19,863 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2020 19,419 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2020 19,419 miles

Rear Direction indicator obviously incorrectly positioned less than 180mm distance between rear indicators (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 4 Jun 2018 19,035 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2015 18,462 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2014 17,827 miles

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

Pass 3 Jun 2013 13,943 miles

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

Pass 20 Jun 2012 12,462 miles

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

Pass 30 Jun 2011 10,564 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2010 8,369 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2009 6,379 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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BU06 LWK is a 2006 Kawasaki ZX-12R in Black with a 1,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

Across all 2006 Kawasaki ZX-12R models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.4% with a typical mileage of 16,216 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 BU06 LWK, 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 20 years old, this Kawasaki ZX-12R is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BU06 LWK registered?

BU06 LWK is a 2006 Kawasaki ZX-12R, first registered on 1 July 2006.

Is BU06 LWK safe to buy?

The MOT history for BU06 LWK shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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