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PN05 HBZ

2005 Kawasaki ZX-12R

Green Petrol 1199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jul 2026
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

3,300 mi
Last recorded3,300 miles
Recorded on30 Jul 2025
Typical for 2005 Kawasaki ZX-12R17,980 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPN05 HBZ
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-12R
Year2005
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,199cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Jul 2025 3,300 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2018 3,272 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2018 3,272 miles

Handlebar fouling on the fuel tank or bodywork on full lock (2.1.4 (b))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 23 Jan 2017 1,862 miles
Pass 24 May 2012 1,659 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2011 1,537 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 26 Apr 2011 1,537 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

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

Pass 4 Jun 2010 1,396 miles

tape on headlight to cover kick up to the right

Pass 3 Jun 2008 1,358 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2008 1,358 miles

Headlamp aim 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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PN05 HBZ is a 2005 Kawasaki ZX-12R in Green with a 1,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 PN05 HBZ, 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 PN05 HBZ registered?

PN05 HBZ is a 2005 Kawasaki ZX-12R, first registered on 1 May 2005.

Is PN05 HBZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for PN05 HBZ shows 10 tests with a 70% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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