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FC03 VHJ

2003 Kawasaki ZX-12R

Black Petrol 1199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Mar 2020
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

60,346 mi
Last recorded60,346 miles
Recorded on27 Feb 2019
Typical for 2003 Kawasaki ZX-12R18,348 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFC03 VHJ
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-12R
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,199cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Feb 2019 60,346 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2018 56,263 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2018 56,263 miles

Central Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. Headlights Adjusted To Not Dip To Right PRS (1.6)

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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FC03 VHJ is a 2003 Kawasaki ZX-12R in Black with a 1,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 FC03 VHJ, 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 FC03 VHJ registered?

FC03 VHJ is a 2003 Kawasaki ZX-12R, first registered on 31 December 2003.

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The MOT history for FC03 VHJ shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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