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RK03 FKJ

2003 Kawasaki ZX-12R

Blue Petrol 1199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Aug 2022
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

31,156 mi
Last recorded31,156 miles
Recorded on4 Aug 2021
Typical for 2003 Kawasaki ZX-12R18,348 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRK03 FKJ
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-12R
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,199cc
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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Aug 2021 31,156 miles

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 10 Aug 2020 28,657 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2019 26,205 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2019 26,203 miles

Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 29 Mar 2018 22,599 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2017 17,812 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2016 11,173 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2015 7,561 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 29 Jun 2013 6,839 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2012 5,700 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2011 5,336 miles

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

Pass 15 Jun 2010 5,159 miles

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

Pass 17 Jun 2009 4,733 miles

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

Pass 4 Jun 2008 4,193 miles

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

Pass 31 May 2007 3,479 miles

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 31 May 2006 3,158 miles

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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RK03 FKJ is a 2003 Kawasaki ZX-12R in Blue with a 1,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

Across all 2003 Kawasaki ZX-12R models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.3% with a typical mileage of 18,348 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 RK03 FKJ, 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 23 years old, this Kawasaki ZX-12R is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was RK03 FKJ registered?

RK03 FKJ is a 2003 Kawasaki ZX-12R, first registered on 23 May 2003.

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