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CE02 VSV

2002 Kawasaki ZX-12R

Blue Petrol 1199cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Jul 2027
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

26,834 mi
Last recorded26,834 miles
Recorded on22 Jul 2026
Typical for 2002 Kawasaki ZX-12R20,380 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCE02 VSV
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-12R
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,199cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Jul 2026 26,834 miles

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

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

Fail 1 Jul 2026 26,628 miles

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling r/h chain adjuster spacer fitted incorrectly/ wheel alignment incorrect (2.4 (a))

Nearside Front Handlebar grip insecure to handlebar l/h (2.2.1 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort both front discs warped (1.2.1 (e))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 25 Jun 2025 24,641 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2024 23,876 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 30 Mar 2023 23,513 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2022 22,947 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2022 22,947 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 3 Apr 2021 22,032 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2014 13,030 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

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

Fail 17 Feb 2014 13,030 miles

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

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

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

Pass 13 Apr 2012 8,115 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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CE02 VSV is a 2002 Kawasaki ZX-12R in Blue with a 1,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 CE02 VSV, 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 CE02 VSV registered?

CE02 VSV is a 2002 Kawasaki ZX-12R, first registered on 16 April 2002.

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