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MV02 ZXR

2002 Kawasaki ZX1200-A1

Silver Petrol 1199cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Jul 2027
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

24,712 mi
Last recorded24,712 miles
Recorded on17 Jul 2026
Typical for 2002 Kawasaki ZX1200-A112,968 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMV02 ZXR
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX1200-A1
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,199cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Jul 2026 24,712 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2025 24,341 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2024 23,479 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2023 22,391 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 30 Apr 2022 21,572 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2021 18,525 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2020 15,109 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2019 12,986 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2018 9,706 miles
Pass 2 May 2017 8,650 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2016 6,290 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2016 6,290 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 25 May 2013 6,088 miles
Fail 24 May 2013 6,088 miles

Rear Footrest missing (6.2.1a)

Pass 24 May 2010 5,946 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 21 May 2009 5,412 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 24 Sep 2008 4,915 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2008 4,915 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b) DANGEROUS

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates brake effort fall disproportional to brake lever or pedal effort (3.3.A1c) DANGEROUS

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a) DANGEROUS

two brake lights fitted only one operating.

Pass 14 Apr 2007 3,639 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2006 3,460 miles

How Reliable is the Kawasaki ZX1200-A1?

Based on 805 MOT tests across 123 vehicles.

88.0%
Pass Rate
645
Miles/Year
26
Year Lifespan
123
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 14
reflector on motorcycle missing 7
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 6
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 5
Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort 4
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MV02 ZXR is a 2002 Kawasaki ZX1200-A1 in Silver with a 1,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

Across all 2002 Kawasaki ZX1200-A1 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.3% with a typical mileage of 12,968 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 ZX1200-A1 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 14 recorded failures. If you're considering buying MV02 ZXR, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki ZX1200-A1 typically stays on UK roads for around 26 years. At 24 years old, this Kawasaki ZX1200-A1 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was MV02 ZXR registered?

MV02 ZXR is a 2002 Kawasaki ZX1200-A1, first registered on 1 March 2002.

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