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SJ04 FZK

2004 Kawasaki ZZ-R1200

Black Petrol 1164cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Apr 2027
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

38,910 mi
Last recorded38,910 miles
Recorded on24 Apr 2026
Typical for 2004 Kawasaki ZZ-R120019,689 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSJ04 FZK
MakeKawasaki
ModelZZ-R1200
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,164cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Apr 2026 38,910 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2025 38,268 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2024 37,652 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2023 37,195 miles
Fail 30 Jan 2023 37,195 miles

Nearside Handlebar grip insecure to handlebar (2.2.1 (d) (ii))

Pass 14 Dec 2021 36,980 miles
Fail 14 Dec 2021 36,980 miles

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 17 Jun 2020 35,635 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2019 29,733 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2018 28,090 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2017 25,799 miles

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

Pass 24 Feb 2016 22,444 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2015 20,243 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2014 19,992 miles

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 23 Aug 2013 18,188 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 11 Aug 2012 17,866 miles
Pass 21 May 2011 17,352 miles
Pass 29 May 2010 16,485 miles
Pass 20 May 2009 15,870 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2008 14,741 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2007 10,659 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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SJ04 FZK is a 2004 Kawasaki ZZ-R1200 in Black with a 1,164cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

Across all 2004 Kawasaki ZZ-R1200 models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.3% with a typical mileage of 19,689 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 SJ04 FZK, 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 22 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 SJ04 FZK registered?

SJ04 FZK is a 2004 Kawasaki ZZ-R1200, first registered on 10 August 2004.

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The MOT history for SJ04 FZK shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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