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RV02 ZGB

2002 Kawasaki ZZ-R1200

Black Petrol 1199cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Apr 2027
Tests23 (21 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.3%

Mileage

48,340 mi
Last recorded48,340 miles
Recorded on30 Mar 2026
Typical for 2002 Kawasaki ZZ-R120024,318 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRV02 ZGB
MakeKawasaki
ModelZZ-R1200
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,199cc
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MOT History

21 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Mar 2026 48,340 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2025 46,980 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2024 44,940 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2023 42,795 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2022 42,014 miles

Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush slight free play in suspension linkage (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 23 Mar 2021 41,407 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2021 41,407 miles

Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Mar 2020 40,675 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2019 40,663 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2018 40,580 miles
Pass 11 May 2017 40,416 miles

o/s shocker slightly corroded

when rearwheel is spun slowly there is a notch feeling through spindle

Fail 10 May 2017 40,398 miles

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies hand brake lever (1.3.1a)

o/s shocker slightly corroded

when rearwheel is spun slowly there is a notch feeling through spindle

Pass 23 Jun 2016 38,908 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2015 35,983 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2014 33,024 miles
Pass 31 May 2013 30,684 miles
Pass 16 May 2012 28,955 miles
Pass 20 May 2011 27,517 miles
Pass 22 May 2010 24,958 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2009 22,449 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2008 18,834 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2007 16,919 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 5 Apr 2006 12,320 miles

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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RV02 ZGB is a 2002 Kawasaki ZZ-R1200 in Black with a 1,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.3%.

Across all 2002 Kawasaki ZZ-R1200 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.8% with a typical mileage of 24,318 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 RV02 ZGB, 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 24 years old, this Kawasaki ZZ-R1200 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was RV02 ZGB registered?

RV02 ZGB is a 2002 Kawasaki ZZ-R1200, first registered on 26 March 2002.

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