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CN03 AXB

2003 Kawasaki ZX-12R

Silver Petrol 1199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Sep 2025
Tests24 (17 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate70.8%

Mileage

46,315 mi
Last recorded46,315 miles
Recorded on7 Sep 2024
Typical for 2003 Kawasaki ZX-12R18,348 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCN03 AXB
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-12R
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,199cc

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MOT History

17 pass 7 fail
Pass 7 Sep 2024 46,315 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 7 Sep 2024 46,315 miles

Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 9 Sep 2023 44,795 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 9 Sep 2023 44,795 miles

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Stop lamp not working from front control (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 2 Sep 2022 44,290 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 2 Sep 2022 44,290 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Stop lamp not working from front control (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 28 Aug 2021 42,519 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2021 42,519 miles

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

Pass 8 Aug 2020 41,730 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 4 Aug 2020 41,731 miles

Stop lamp switch with a delay in operation (4.3.2 (a) (ii))

Offside Handlebar grip insecure to handlebar (2.2.1 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 31 Jul 2017 41,279 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2016 39,263 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 6 Jul 2015 37,338 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 10 Jul 2014 35,442 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 4 Jul 2013 31,826 miles

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

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

Pass 17 Jul 2012 28,149 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 30 Jul 2011 27,083 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2010 25,126 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2010 25,126 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 3 Oct 2009 23,468 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Lower Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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

Offside Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Fail 18 Sep 2009 23,401 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Lower Rear suspension bush has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 13 May 2008 20,369 miles

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

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

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

Pass 19 May 2007 16,338 miles

Front Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 5 May 2006 9,355 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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CN03 AXB is a 2003 Kawasaki ZX-12R in Silver with a 1,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.8%.

Across all 2003 Kawasaki ZX-12R models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.3% with a typical mileage of 18,348 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 CN03 AXB, 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 23 years old, this Kawasaki ZX-12R is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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CN03 AXB is a 2003 Kawasaki ZX-12R, first registered on 1 May 2003.

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