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EK03 FKJ

2003 Kawasaki ZX-12R

Silver Petrol 1164cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jan 2021
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

63,929 mi
Last recorded63,929 miles
Recorded on31 Jan 2020
Typical for 2003 Kawasaki ZX-12R18,348 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEK03 FKJ
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-12R
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,164cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 31 Jan 2020 63,929 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2018 63,798 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 7 Jul 2018 63,798 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 23 Jun 2018 63,782 miles

Front Outer Brake disc contaminated (1.1.14 (b))

Outer Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Steering headbearing has excessive wear or free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 16 Jul 2013 63,329 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2012 54,918 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 29 Jul 2011 49,220 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2010 43,814 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 2 Sep 2009 38,068 miles

Centre Rear Lower Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

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

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

Pass 22 Jul 2008 29,560 miles

Rear Brake component worn but not seriously reduced in strength (3.2.A1)

Fail 22 Jul 2008 29,560 miles

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

Rear Brake component worn but not seriously reduced in strength (3.2.A1)

Pass 22 Aug 2007 23,248 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2006 15,603 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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EK03 FKJ is a 2003 Kawasaki ZX-12R in Silver with a 1,164cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 FKJ, 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 FKJ registered?

EK03 FKJ is a 2003 Kawasaki ZX-12R, first registered on 21 June 2003.

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