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FJ03 FOF

2003 Kawasaki ZZ-R1200

Blue Petrol 1164cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Jul 2026
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

27,982 mi
Last recorded27,982 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2025
Typical for 2003 Kawasaki ZZ-R120023,381 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFJ03 FOF
MakeKawasaki
ModelZZ-R1200
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,164cc
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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Jul 2025 27,982 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2024 27,280 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2023 26,875 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))

Pass 20 Aug 2022 26,712 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))

Pass 17 Jul 2021 26,637 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2020 26,509 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))

Fail 18 Jul 2020 26,509 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 has excessive wear or free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 20 Jul 2019 26,471 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 20 Jul 2019 26,471 miles

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamp(s) (4.7.2 (a))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 30 Jun 2018 23,756 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2017 22,401 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2016 22,027 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2015 19,032 miles
Pass 23 May 2014 16,691 miles
Pass 16 May 2013 14,145 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2012 14,109 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2011 14,077 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Fail 31 Mar 2011 14,076 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Steering control has Insufficient clearance at full lock affecting the riders grasp of handlebars (2.1.2b)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 5 Mar 2010 11,992 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2008 7,749 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2007 1,671 miles

How Reliable is the Kawasaki ZZ-R1200?

Based on 4,542 MOT tests across 322 vehicles.

88.3%
Pass Rate
1,169
Miles/Year
24
Year Lifespan
322
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 52
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 32
wheel bearings have excessive free play 23
Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort 20
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 17
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FJ03 FOF is a 2003 Kawasaki ZZ-R1200 in Blue with a 1,164cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2003 Kawasaki ZZ-R1200 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.1% with a typical mileage of 23,381 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 ZZ-R1200 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 52 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FJ03 FOF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki ZZ-R1200 typically stays on UK roads for around 24 years. At 23 years old, this Kawasaki ZZ-R1200 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was FJ03 FOF registered?

FJ03 FOF is a 2003 Kawasaki ZZ-R1200, first registered on 21 March 2003.

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