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DAV 812R

2003 Kawasaki ZX-12R

Blue Petrol 1199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jun 2026
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

11,227 mi
Last recorded11,227 miles
Recorded on17 Jun 2025
Typical for 2003 Kawasaki ZX-12R18,348 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDAV 812R
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-12R
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,199cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Jun 2025 11,227 miles

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

Rear one rear tail light out

Pass 15 Jun 2024 11,182 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2023 11,008 miles

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

Fail 19 Apr 2023 11,008 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 13 Jun 2018 10,974 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2017 10,896 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2016 10,851 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2015 10,713 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2014 10,366 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2013 9,965 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2012 9,737 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2011 9,240 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2010 8,993 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 28 Mar 2009 8,586 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2008 7,499 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2007 6,136 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2006 4,892 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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DAV 812R is a 2003 Kawasaki ZX-12R in Blue with a 1,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 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 DAV 812R, 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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What year was DAV 812R registered?

DAV 812R is a 2003 Kawasaki ZX-12R, first registered on 14 March 2003.

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The MOT history for DAV 812R shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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