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MY52 ZZR

2003 Kawasaki ZZ-R1200

Black Petrol 1164cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Dec 2026
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

102 mi
Last recorded102 miles
Recorded on4 Dec 2025
Typical for 2003 Kawasaki ZZ-R120023,381 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMY52 ZZR
MakeKawasaki
ModelZZ-R1200
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,164cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Dec 2025 102 miles

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 24 Jul 2024 13,074 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2023 13,066 miles

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

Pass 28 Jul 2022 13,050 miles

Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 28 Jul 2022 13,050 miles

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.7 (a) (i))

Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 22 Jul 2021 13,036 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2020 12,991 miles

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

Pass 23 May 2019 12,856 miles

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

Pass 10 May 2018 12,633 miles

Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 27 May 2017 12,249 miles
Pass 28 May 2016 11,417 miles

small change in engine speed.on right steering lock.

Pass 15 May 2015 10,783 miles

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

Uneven wear on front tyre

Pass 29 May 2014 9,671 miles
Pass 2 May 2013 8,946 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2011 8,944 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2010 8,911 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2009 8,433 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2008 8,004 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2007 7,678 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2006 6,929 miles
Fail 10 Jan 2006 6,917 miles

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

Brake master cylinder fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

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

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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MY52 ZZR is a 2003 Kawasaki ZZ-R1200 in Black with a 1,164cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 MY52 ZZR, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was MY52 ZZR registered?

MY52 ZZR is a 2003 Kawasaki ZZ-R1200, first registered on 4 January 2003.

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The MOT history for MY52 ZZR shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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