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RX05 TWP

2005 Kawasaki ZX-12R

Blue Petrol 1199cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Sep 2026
Tests26 (18 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

35,550 mi
Last recorded35,550 miles
Recorded on10 Sep 2025
Typical for 2005 Kawasaki ZX-12R17,980 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRX05 TWP
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-12R
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,199cc

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MOT History

18 pass 8 fail
Pass 10 Sep 2025 35,550 miles

Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Fail 29 Aug 2025 35,550 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick on metal (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

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

Rear Brake fluid reservoir fluid level below minimum level (1.1.10 (d) (i))

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

Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 14 Sep 2024 34,080 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2024 34,080 miles

Rear Wheel spindle locking device ineffective nut locking device missing (5.2.1 (d))

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

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

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit on 1mm limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 4 Aug 2023 33,539 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Jul 2022 32,487 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

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

Fail 9 Jul 2022 32,487 miles

Rear Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j)) DANGEROUS

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

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

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

Pass 16 Jul 2021 31,513 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 17 Jul 2020 31,223 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2019 30,462 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2018 30,271 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2018 30,271 miles

Front Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure valve split, likely to cause sudden deflation. (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements insecure and incorrect size- small. (0.1 (d))

Pass 24 May 2017 29,667 miles

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 17 Jun 2016 29,372 miles

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Fail 17 Jun 2016 29,372 miles

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 16 Jun 2015 28,638 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2014 24,535 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

o.s. handle bar deformed slightly but still clear lock to lock

Fail 9 Jun 2014 24,535 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

o.s. handle bar deformed slightly but still clear lock to lock

Pass 24 Jul 2013 23,655 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Pass 29 Jun 2012 23,068 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2012 23,068 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 1 Jun 2011 19,725 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Offside Steering control has reduced clearance at full lock not affecting the riders grasp of handlebars (2.1.2b)

Pass 29 May 2010 12,607 miles
Fail 29 May 2010 12,607 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

chain loose o/s brake handle end broken

Pass 23 May 2009 9,834 miles
Pass 28 May 2008 5,276 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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RX05 TWP is a 2005 Kawasaki ZX-12R in Blue with a 1,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 RX05 TWP, 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.

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What year was RX05 TWP registered?

RX05 TWP is a 2005 Kawasaki ZX-12R, first registered on 2 June 2005.

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