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BX54 VJE

2004 Kawasaki ZX-12R

Blue Petrol 1199cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Apr 2027
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

52,097 mi
Last recorded52,097 miles
Recorded on18 Apr 2026
Typical for 2004 Kawasaki ZX-12R18,197 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBX54 VJE
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-12R
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,199cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Apr 2026 52,097 miles
Pass 1 May 2025 49,084 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2024 48,618 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 27 Jul 2023 48,498 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2022 45,036 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2022 45,034 miles

Rear Wheel bearing so rough it is likely to overheat or break up (5.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 27 Jan 2021 44,236 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 3 Sep 2019 42,077 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2018 39,970 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2017 38,486 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2017 38,486 miles

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Pass 12 Jul 2016 35,145 miles

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 1 Jul 2015 33,090 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 7 Oct 2014 31,299 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2013 26,829 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2012 20,964 miles

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

Pass 17 Oct 2011 14,388 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2010 8,490 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2009 8,415 miles

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

Pass 25 Sep 2008 7,847 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2007 7,400 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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BX54 VJE is a 2004 Kawasaki ZX-12R in Blue with a 1,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 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 BX54 VJE, 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.

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What year was BX54 VJE registered?

BX54 VJE is a 2004 Kawasaki ZX-12R, first registered on 22 September 2004.

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