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DU04 BDF

2004 Kawasaki ZX-12R

Silver Petrol 1164cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Jun 2027
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

33,545 mi
Last recorded33,545 miles
Recorded on17 Jun 2026
Typical for 2004 Kawasaki ZX-12R18,197 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDU04 BDF
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-12R
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,164cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Jun 2026 33,545 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 17 Jun 2026 33,545 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 14 Jun 2025 33,171 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 13 Jun 2024 33,002 miles

Exhaust noisy noisy exhausts (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 25 May 2023 32,702 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2021 32,430 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2020 32,238 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2019 32,181 miles
Fail 23 Dec 2019 32,181 miles

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.4 (a))

Pass 5 Sep 2018 31,464 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2017 31,346 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2016 31,049 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2015 29,908 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2014 28,496 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2013 27,560 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2012 24,979 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2011 23,934 miles

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

Pass 13 Aug 2010 21,936 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2009 19,590 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2009 19,131 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2008 14,592 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2007 10,383 miles

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

Pass 19 Jul 2007 10,383 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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DU04 BDF is a 2004 Kawasaki ZX-12R in Silver with a 1,164cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

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 DU04 BDF, 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 DU04 BDF registered?

DU04 BDF is a 2004 Kawasaki ZX-12R, first registered on 2 August 2004.

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