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CU04 EEJ

2004 Kawasaki ZX-12R

Black Petrol 1164cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Jun 2027
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

45,069 mi
Last recorded45,069 miles
Recorded on25 Jun 2026
Typical for 2004 Kawasaki ZX-12R18,197 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCU04 EEJ
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-12R
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,164cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 25 Jun 2026 45,069 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Fail 15 Jun 2026 45,051 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

front wheel bearing slight roughness when rotated

Pass 23 Jun 2023 45,012 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

brake pedal has large amount of reserve travel but not fouling any part of the motorcycle frame

Fail 15 Jun 2023 44,981 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

brake pedal has large amount of reserve travel but not fouling any part of the motorcycle frame

Pass 16 Apr 2021 55,700 miles

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

Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Fail 16 Apr 2021 55,700 miles

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

Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Throttle operating incorrectly on full lock throttle sticking (6.2.7 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Apr 2019 35,855 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2017 24,979 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Fail 14 Oct 2017 24,962 miles

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

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

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 3 Sep 2016 17,621 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2015 16,484 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2014 15,001 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2013 14,216 miles

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

Pass 25 Apr 2012 13,959 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Apr 2011 12,936 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2010 12,294 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2009 9,360 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2008 6,618 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2007 6,251 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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CU04 EEJ is a 2004 Kawasaki ZX-12R in Black with a 1,164cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 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 CU04 EEJ, 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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CU04 EEJ is a 2004 Kawasaki ZX-12R, first registered on 1 March 2004.

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