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KE05 HXW

2005 Kawasaki ZX-12R

Blue Petrol 1199cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 May 2027
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

48,553 mi
Last recorded48,553 miles
Recorded on13 May 2026
Typical for 2005 Kawasaki ZX-12R17,980 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKE05 HXW
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-12R
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,199cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 May 2026 48,553 miles

Rear Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 13 May 2026 48,553 miles

Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Rear Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 16 May 2025 44,666 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 7 May 2025 44,630 miles

Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak fork seals (5.3.2 (b))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 4 May 2024 39,005 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2021 35,199 miles
Pass 14 May 2019 22,469 miles

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

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Apr 2018 17,013 miles
Pass 24 May 2017 16,647 miles

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 24 Sep 2015 16,033 miles

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

Pass 24 Sep 2014 15,545 miles

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

Fail 24 Sep 2014 15,545 miles

Front Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

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

Pass 21 Sep 2013 14,731 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2012 13,844 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2011 12,578 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2010 11,557 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2009 10,446 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2008 8,197 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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KE05 HXW is a 2005 Kawasaki ZX-12R in Blue with a 1,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2005 Kawasaki ZX-12R models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.7% with a typical mileage of 17,980 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 KE05 HXW, 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 21 years old, this Kawasaki ZX-12R is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was KE05 HXW registered?

KE05 HXW is a 2005 Kawasaki ZX-12R, first registered on 29 April 2005.

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