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SV57 KTJ

2008 Kawasaki ZX-12R

Silver Petrol 1199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Sep 2026
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

28,426 mi
Last recorded28,426 miles
Recorded on4 Sep 2025
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSV57 KTJ
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-12R
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,199cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 4 Sep 2025 28,426 miles

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

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

Rear tyre perished

Pass 3 Aug 2024 28,358 miles

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

Pass 22 Jul 2023 28,351 miles

smell of coolant, no leak found

Pass 22 Jul 2022 28,224 miles

Coolant low

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

Pass 15 May 2021 28,220 miles

Oil leak at engine

Pass 21 May 2018 16,737 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2017 16,289 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2015 16,187 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2014 14,755 miles
Pass 3 May 2012 11,571 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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SV57 KTJ is a 2008 Kawasaki ZX-12R in Silver with a 1,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 SV57 KTJ, 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 18 years old, this Kawasaki ZX-12R is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was SV57 KTJ registered?

SV57 KTJ is a 2008 Kawasaki ZX-12R, first registered on 31 December 2008.

Is SV57 KTJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for SV57 KTJ shows 10 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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