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PN05 VPF

2005 Kawasaki ZX-12R

Green Petrol 1199cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Oct 2026
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

24,143 mi
Last recorded24,143 miles
Recorded on8 Oct 2025
Typical for 2005 Kawasaki ZX-12R17,980 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Oct 2025 24,143 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 5 Aug 2021 18,230 miles

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

Pass 31 Mar 2018 17,649 miles

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 31 Mar 2018 17,635 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.A1a) DANGEROUS

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 7 Oct 2015 16,589 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 2 Jun 2012 14,734 miles

Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Pass 1 Jun 2009 13,713 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

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 VPF is a 2005 Kawasaki ZX-12R in Green with a 1,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 VPF, 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 VPF registered?

PN05 VPF is a 2005 Kawasaki ZX-12R, first registered on 1 August 2005.

Is PN05 VPF safe to buy?

The MOT history for PN05 VPF shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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