CarVerify

Free Car Check

DU03 AYN

2003 Kawasaki ZX-12R

Black Petrol 1199cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 May 2027
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

43,135 mi
Last recorded43,135 miles
Recorded on21 May 2026
Typical for 2003 Kawasaki ZX-12R18,348 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Kawasaki
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationDU03 AYN
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-12R
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,199cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 May 2026 43,135 miles
Fail 21 May 2026 43,135 miles

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 3 Jul 2025 43,126 miles
Pass 18 May 2024 42,445 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2023 41,555 miles
Pass 31 May 2022 39,674 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2021 36,067 miles

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

Pass 8 Jul 2019 33,753 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2018 32,097 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Pass 4 Jul 2017 26,750 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2016 22,634 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2015 18,422 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2014 14,770 miles

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

Pass 8 Mar 2013 10,972 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2012 9,075 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2010 8,525 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2009 7,225 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2008 5,818 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2007 1,980 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

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
Full Kawasaki ZX-12R reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

DU03 AYN is a 2003 Kawasaki ZX-12R in Black with a 1,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 DU03 AYN, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of DU03 AYN?

You can check the full history of DU03 AYN by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was DU03 AYN registered?

DU03 AYN is a 2003 Kawasaki ZX-12R, first registered on 29 July 2003.

Is DU03 AYN safe to buy?

The MOT history for DU03 AYN shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does DU03 AYN have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on DU03 AYN. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.