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WA03 KOB

2003 Kawasaki ZZ-R1200

Blue Petrol 1199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Aug 2022
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

63,824 mi
Last recorded63,824 miles
Recorded on18 Aug 2021
Typical for 2003 Kawasaki ZZ-R120023,381 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWA03 KOB
MakeKawasaki
ModelZZ-R1200
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,199cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Aug 2021 63,824 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Fail 6 Aug 2021 63,824 miles

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Jun 2020 59,367 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2020 59,367 miles

Throttle control functioning such that safe operation of the motorcycle is adversely affected sticking grip on endweight (6.2.7 (a) (ii))

Pass 16 Jul 2019 59,174 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 13 Mar 2015 47,323 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2014 42,170 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2012 39,606 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2011 37,699 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 2 Jul 2010 35,660 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2009 35,198 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 19 May 2008 339,900 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 16 Apr 2007 27,191 miles
Pass 5 May 2006 20,214 miles
Fail 4 May 2006 20,214 miles

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

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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WA03 KOB is a 2003 Kawasaki ZZ-R1200 in Blue with a 1,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2003 Kawasaki ZZ-R1200 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.1% with a typical mileage of 23,381 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 WA03 KOB, 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 23 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 WA03 KOB registered?

WA03 KOB is a 2003 Kawasaki ZZ-R1200, first registered on 26 March 2003.

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