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DX04 NPD

2004 Kawasaki ZX-12R

Red Petrol 1199cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Aug 2026
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

31,842 mi
Last recorded31,842 miles
Recorded on26 Aug 2025
Typical for 2004 Kawasaki ZX-12R18,197 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDX04 NPD
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-12R
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,199cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Aug 2025 31,842 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively slightly (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Fail 23 Aug 2025 31,827 miles

Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Nov 2022 31,400 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2021 30,181 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Pass 17 Nov 2020 29,839 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Fail 7 Nov 2020 29,832 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick Pad material missing from backing plate (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Pass 30 Apr 2019 28,828 miles
Pass 5 May 2018 26,152 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2017 24,288 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2015 21,467 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2015 19,194 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2014 16,324 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2012 15,645 miles
Pass 1 May 2010 14,213 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2009 12,503 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2008 9,648 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2007 7,920 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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DX04 NPD is a 2004 Kawasaki ZX-12R in Red with a 1,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 DX04 NPD, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DX04 NPD registered?

DX04 NPD is a 2004 Kawasaki ZX-12R, first registered on 8 April 2004.

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