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DX04 VKM

2004 Kawasaki ZX-12R

Black Petrol 1199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Aug 2026
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

26,067 mi
Last recorded26,067 miles
Recorded on5 Aug 2025
Typical for 2004 Kawasaki ZX-12R18,197 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDX04 VKM
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-12R
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,199cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Aug 2025 26,067 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2024 26,039 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2023 25,517 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2023 25,517 miles

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 26 Jul 2022 24,782 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2021 23,753 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2021 23,743 miles

Headlamp aim too low both sides (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 16 Jul 2020 22,927 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2019 22,867 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2018 22,675 miles

oe rear light and plate fitted at time of test

Pass 5 Jul 2017 22,168 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2016 22,013 miles
Pass 18 May 2015 20,988 miles
Pass 12 May 2014 19,123 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2013 17,625 miles
Pass 19 May 2012 16,252 miles
Pass 10 May 2011 15,097 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2010 12,828 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2009 8,202 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2008 3,906 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 VKM is a 2004 Kawasaki ZX-12R in Black with a 1,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 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 DX04 VKM, 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 VKM registered?

DX04 VKM is a 2004 Kawasaki ZX-12R, first registered on 28 May 2004.

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The MOT history for DX04 VKM shows 20 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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