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DF03 LMY

2003 Kawasaki ZX-12R

Blue Petrol 1199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Apr 2023
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

40,782 mi
Last recorded40,782 miles
Recorded on22 Apr 2022
Typical for 2003 Kawasaki ZX-12R18,348 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDF03 LMY
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-12R
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,199cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Apr 2022 40,782 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2021 40,548 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2019 40,445 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2017 40,371 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2016 40,351 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2014 40,287 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 4 Feb 2013 35,416 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2011 31,208 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2011 31,096 miles

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

Pass 8 Jul 2010 28,098 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2009 23,786 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

Front Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Front Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1a)

Nearside Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Nearside Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

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

drive chain dry.

Pass 19 Jul 2008 19,936 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2007 16,920 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2006 13,535 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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DF03 LMY is a 2003 Kawasaki ZX-12R in Blue with a 1,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 DF03 LMY, 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 DF03 LMY registered?

DF03 LMY is a 2003 Kawasaki ZX-12R, first registered on 28 June 2003.

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