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DG53 HRC

2004 Kawasaki ZX-12R

Blue Petrol 1164cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Mar 2023
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

19,585 mi
Last recorded19,585 miles
Recorded on15 Mar 2022
Typical for 2004 Kawasaki ZX-12R18,197 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG53 HRC
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-12R
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,164cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Mar 2022 19,585 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2020 19,406 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2019 19,006 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2018 18,809 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2017 18,511 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2016 17,890 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2016 17,890 miles

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

Pass 1 Jul 2015 16,724 miles

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

Pass 4 Jul 2014 15,684 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2013 15,227 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2012 14,363 miles

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

Offside Front Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

Pass 22 Mar 2010 13,806 miles

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

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

Fail 22 Mar 2010 13,805 miles

Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instruction/s (4.1.2e)

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

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

Pass 20 Mar 2009 11,912 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2008 9,400 miles

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

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

drive chain dry

Pass 30 Jan 2007 5,345 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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DG53 HRC is a 2004 Kawasaki ZX-12R in Blue with a 1,164cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 DG53 HRC, 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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What year was DG53 HRC registered?

DG53 HRC is a 2004 Kawasaki ZX-12R, first registered on 15 January 2004.

Is DG53 HRC safe to buy?

The MOT history for DG53 HRC shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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