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DX05 EFM

2005 Kawasaki ZX-12R

Green Petrol 1199cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Apr 2027
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

34,490 mi
Last recorded34,490 miles
Recorded on26 Mar 2026
Typical for 2005 Kawasaki ZX-12R17,980 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDX05 EFM
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-12R
Year2005
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,199cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 Mar 2026 34,490 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2025 34,107 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Slight play in steering head bearing

Pass 3 Apr 2024 33,500 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 4 Apr 2023 32,043 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 21 Oct 2021 29,982 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2021 29,892 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2020 29,892 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2020 29,892 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 12 Jun 2017 29,884 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2017 29,883 miles

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Pass 4 May 2016 29,349 miles
Fail 4 May 2016 29,349 miles

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

Pass 27 Mar 2015 26,555 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2014 22,815 miles

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

Pass 18 Mar 2014 22,815 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2013 22,321 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2012 20,243 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2011 18,915 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2010 16,766 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2009 12,645 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2009 10,350 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2008 9,111 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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DX05 EFM is a 2005 Kawasaki ZX-12R in Green with a 1,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 2005 Kawasaki ZX-12R models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.7% with a typical mileage of 17,980 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 DX05 EFM, 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 21 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 DX05 EFM registered?

DX05 EFM is a 2005 Kawasaki ZX-12R, first registered on 8 March 2005.

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