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EK03 FJU

2003 Kawasaki ZX-12R

Blue Petrol 1199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jun 2024
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

47,893 mi
Last recorded47,893 miles
Recorded on9 Jun 2023
Typical for 2003 Kawasaki ZX-12R18,348 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEK03 FJU
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-12R
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,199cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Jun 2023 47,893 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2022 46,977 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2021 44,688 miles
Pass 29 May 2018 44,473 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2016 44,244 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2015 43,915 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2014 43,579 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2013 43,265 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2011 41,877 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 14 Dec 2010 37,342 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Fail 7 Dec 2010 37,342 miles

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

Pass 2 Jul 2010 34,824 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2010 34,822 miles

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

Pass 11 Jun 2009 27,502 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Steering control has reduced clearance at full lock not affecting the riders grasp of handlebars (2.1.2b)

Pass 14 Mar 2008 15,422 miles
Pass 25 May 2007 14,130 miles
Pass 11 May 2006 12,470 miles
Fail 11 May 2006 12,470 miles

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

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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EK03 FJU is a 2003 Kawasaki ZX-12R in Blue with a 1,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2003 Kawasaki ZX-12R models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.3% with a typical mileage of 18,348 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 EK03 FJU, 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 23 years old, this Kawasaki ZX-12R is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was EK03 FJU registered?

EK03 FJU is a 2003 Kawasaki ZX-12R, first registered on 25 June 2003.

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