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GJ52 JAR

2006 Kawasaki ZX-12R

Black Petrol 1199cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 May 2027
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

22,825 mi
Last recorded22,825 miles
Recorded on9 May 2026
Typical for 2006 Kawasaki ZX-12R16,216 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGJ52 JAR
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-12R
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,199cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 May 2026 22,825 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2024 22,640 miles
Pass 13 May 2023 22,471 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2022 21,723 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2021 20,187 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2019 19,258 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2019 18,820 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2019 18,627 miles

Front Brake indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 21 Apr 2018 14,525 miles

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

Pass 27 Jul 2017 14,424 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2016 12,653 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2015 12,624 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2014 12,453 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2013 12,260 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2012 12,071 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2011 11,263 miles

very slight notch at head bearings

Pass 26 Feb 2010 10,866 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2009 9,877 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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GJ52 JAR is a 2006 Kawasaki ZX-12R in Black with a 1,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

Across all 2006 Kawasaki ZX-12R models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.4% with a typical mileage of 16,216 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 GJ52 JAR, 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 20 years old, this Kawasaki ZX-12R is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GJ52 JAR registered?

GJ52 JAR is a 2006 Kawasaki ZX-12R, first registered on 21 March 2006.

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