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SP04 FVS

2004 Kawasaki ZZ-R1200

Silver Petrol 1164cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Apr 2027
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

39,977 mi
Last recorded39,977 miles
Recorded on1 May 2026
Typical for 2004 Kawasaki ZZ-R120019,689 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSP04 FVS
MakeKawasaki
ModelZZ-R1200
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,164cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 May 2026 39,977 miles

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

Rear Road spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 8 Apr 2025 39,111 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2023 38,343 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2022 36,403 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2022 36,403 miles

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 25 Aug 2021 34,167 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2020 31,274 miles

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

Pass 19 Aug 2019 29,245 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2019 29,245 miles

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamp(s) (4.7.2 (a))

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 21 Aug 2018 26,726 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2017 24,026 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2016 20,843 miles
Pass 22 May 2015 15,728 miles

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

Pass 19 May 2014 14,097 miles

SLIGHT JUDDER ON FRONT BRAKE

Fail 19 May 2014 140,097 miles

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

SLIGHT JUDDER ON FRONT BRAKE

Pass 26 Mar 2012 14,087 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2011 13,361 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2010 13,086 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2008 10,044 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2007 9,386 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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SP04 FVS is a 2004 Kawasaki ZZ-R1200 in Silver with a 1,164cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 SP04 FVS, 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 SP04 FVS registered?

SP04 FVS is a 2004 Kawasaki ZZ-R1200, first registered on 19 June 2004.

Is SP04 FVS safe to buy?

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