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EX12 ZZN

2012 Kawasaki ZX1000

Green Petrol 1000cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Apr 2027
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

35,873 mi
Last recorded35,873 miles
Recorded on28 Mar 2026
Typical for 2012 Kawasaki ZX100015,866 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEX12 ZZN
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX1000
Year2012
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,000cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Mar 2026 35,873 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort 15 kgf deflection (1.2.1 (e))

Front Valve stem slightly damaged slight perishing (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 12 Apr 2025 35,420 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort 25 kgf deflection (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 12 Apr 2025 35,420 miles

Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort 25 kgf deflection (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 8 Jul 2023 34,572 miles

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 slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 4 Jul 2022 33,331 miles

Handlebar deformed but serviceable Right handlebar bent (2.2.1 (c) (i))

Fail 4 Jul 2022 33,331 miles

Handlebar deformed but serviceable Right handlebar bent (2.2.1 (c) (i))

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

Pass 26 Jun 2021 31,586 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2020 29,226 miles

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

Fail 3 Jul 2020 29,226 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Jul 2019 28,400 miles
Pass 4 May 2018 25,350 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2018 25,350 miles

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

Pass 18 Mar 2017 18,761 miles

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

Pass 19 Mar 2016 13,209 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2015 8,688 miles

How Reliable is the Kawasaki ZX1000?

Based on 1,292 MOT tests across 126 vehicles.

87.2%
Pass Rate
943
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
126
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

reflector on motorcycle missing 12
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 11
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 8
Registration plate incorrect 5
Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition 5
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EX12 ZZN is a 2012 Kawasaki ZX1000 in Green with a 1,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

Across all 2012 Kawasaki ZX1000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.4% with a typical mileage of 15,866 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 ZX1000 fails its MOT is reflector on motorcycle missing, accounting for 12 recorded failures. If you're considering buying EX12 ZZN, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki ZX1000 typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 14 years old, this Kawasaki ZX1000 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was EX12 ZZN registered?

EX12 ZZN is a 2012 Kawasaki ZX1000, first registered on 17 March 2012.

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