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LK05 ELU

2005 Kawasaki ZX-12R

Silver Petrol 1199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Sep 2018
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

48,907 mi
Last recorded48,907 miles
Recorded on8 Sep 2017
Typical for 2005 Kawasaki ZX-12R17,980 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLK05 ELU
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-12R
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,199cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Sep 2017 48,907 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Fail 4 Sep 2017 48,761 miles

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

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 10 Mar 2016 42,842 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 24 Oct 2014 34,479 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2014 34,474 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2013 32,568 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2012 30,209 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2011 27,802 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2010 26,857 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2009 23,448 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2009 23,351 miles

Front Brake disc(s) is excessively distorted (3.2.A1m)

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

Pass 13 Mar 2008 19,491 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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LK05 ELU is a 2005 Kawasaki ZX-12R in Silver with a 1,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 LK05 ELU, 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.

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What year was LK05 ELU registered?

LK05 ELU is a 2005 Kawasaki ZX-12R, first registered on 4 April 2005.

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