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BV51 CCD

2002 Kawasaki ZX-12R

Red Petrol 1199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Aug 2026
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

21,552 mi
Last recorded21,552 miles
Recorded on22 Aug 2025
Typical for 2002 Kawasaki ZX-12R20,380 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBV51 CCD
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-12R
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,199cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 22 Aug 2025 21,552 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 22 Aug 2025 21,552 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 1 May 2024 21,099 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 11 Oct 2022 21,053 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2021 20,239 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2020 18,816 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2016 18,766 miles

Front Brakes slightly binding.

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

Fail 29 Oct 2016 18,733 miles

Front Brake component has restricted free movement and operation is likely to be impeded (3.2.A1h)

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

Pass 3 Nov 2015 18,563 miles

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

Fail 31 Oct 2015 18,531 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

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

Pass 2 Aug 2014 17,856 miles

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

Pass 12 Jul 2013 16,779 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2012 14,814 miles

Slight binding on front brakes.

Pass 22 Aug 2009 14,434 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2009 14,429 miles

Rear Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 23 Aug 2008 12,074 miles

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

Pass 11 Aug 2007 11,813 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2006 9,115 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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BV51 CCD is a 2002 Kawasaki ZX-12R in Red with a 1,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 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 BV51 CCD, 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.

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What year was BV51 CCD registered?

BV51 CCD is a 2002 Kawasaki ZX-12R, first registered on 2 January 2002.

Is BV51 CCD safe to buy?

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