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DX54 NWH

2005 Kawasaki ZX-12R

Green Petrol 1199cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Sep 2026
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

25,361 mi
Last recorded25,361 miles
Recorded on11 Sep 2025
Typical for 2005 Kawasaki ZX-12R17,980 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDX54 NWH
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-12R
Year2005
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,199cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Sep 2025 25,361 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2025 25,361 miles

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

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 16 Aug 2024 23,963 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2023 22,976 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 28 Jun 2022 22,513 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2021 21,580 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2021 21,571 miles

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

Pass 27 Jun 2020 21,046 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Pass 29 Jun 2019 19,890 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2018 18,790 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 22 Apr 2017 17,501 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2016 16,812 miles

Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Pass 11 Jul 2015 16,663 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2012 16,649 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2011 16,625 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2010 15,868 miles
Pass 11 May 2009 15,419 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2008 14,134 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 NWH is a 2005 Kawasaki ZX-12R in Green with a 1,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 DX54 NWH, 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 DX54 NWH registered?

DX54 NWH is a 2005 Kawasaki ZX-12R, first registered on 20 January 2005.

Is DX54 NWH safe to buy?

The MOT history for DX54 NWH shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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