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PF05 BBX

2005 Kawasaki ZX-12R

Red Petrol 1199cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Apr 2027
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

21,591 mi
Last recorded21,591 miles
Recorded on2 Apr 2026
Typical for 2005 Kawasaki ZX-12R17,980 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPF05 BBX
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-12R
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,199cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 2 Apr 2026 21,591 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

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

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

Pass 31 Mar 2025 20,600 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2024 20,364 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2022 20,238 miles
Pass 10 May 2021 20,199 miles

front indicators only work when engine running

Pass 22 Mar 2019 19,714 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2018 18,817 miles
Fail 11 Feb 2017 18,808 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Pass 21 Jan 2016 17,268 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2015 17,197 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2014 17,014 miles
Fail 13 Nov 2014 17,014 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 22 Aug 2011 16,294 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2010 13,714 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2010 13,714 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Pass 25 Aug 2009 12,003 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2008 8,021 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2008 8,021 miles

Centre Front Upper Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Centre Front Upper Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.6)

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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PF05 BBX is a 2005 Kawasaki ZX-12R in Red with a 1,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 PF05 BBX, 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 PF05 BBX registered?

PF05 BBX is a 2005 Kawasaki ZX-12R, first registered on 1 June 2005.

Is PF05 BBX safe to buy?

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