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DX54 EJG

2004 Kawasaki ZX-12R

Silver Petrol 1199cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Oct 2026
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

18,708 mi
Last recorded18,708 miles
Recorded on4 Oct 2025
Typical for 2004 Kawasaki ZX-12R18,197 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDX54 EJG
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-12R
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,199cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 Oct 2025 18,708 miles
Fail 4 Oct 2025 18,708 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 1 Sep 2025 18,548 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2024 18,149 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2023 17,635 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2022 1,716 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2021 16,776 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2018 16,510 miles

drive chain tight.

headlamp aim offside on lower limit

Pass 27 Jun 2017 16,065 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2015 15,593 miles
Fail 26 Nov 2015 15,593 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 22 Nov 2014 15,163 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2013 14,660 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2013 14,660 miles

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

Pass 22 Sep 2012 13,632 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2011 12,202 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2010 9,512 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2009 6,338 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 23 Sep 2009 6,338 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2008 6,105 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2007 5,629 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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DX54 EJG is a 2004 Kawasaki ZX-12R in Silver with a 1,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 DX54 EJG, 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 DX54 EJG registered?

DX54 EJG is a 2004 Kawasaki ZX-12R, first registered on 11 September 2004.

Is DX54 EJG safe to buy?

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