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WM04 MBX

2004 Kawasaki ZZ-R1200

Silver Petrol 1164cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Jan 2027
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

43,921 mi
Last recorded43,921 miles
Recorded on15 Jan 2026
Typical for 2004 Kawasaki ZZ-R120019,689 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWM04 MBX
MakeKawasaki
ModelZZ-R1200
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,164cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Jan 2026 43,921 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 10 Jun 2023 43,397 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2023 43,393 miles

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Front Brake pad(s) incorrectly mounted (1.1.13 (c)) DANGEROUS

Pass 27 Jul 2020 42,257 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Fail 27 Jul 2020 42,257 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 26 Jul 2019 40,844 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2018 37,902 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2017 34,794 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2016 32,181 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2015 30,121 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2014 27,502 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 17 Jul 2013 24,988 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2012 22,076 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2011 19,367 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2010 18,369 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2008 17,440 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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WM04 MBX is a 2004 Kawasaki ZZ-R1200 in Silver with a 1,164cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 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 WM04 MBX, 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 WM04 MBX registered?

WM04 MBX is a 2004 Kawasaki ZZ-R1200, first registered on 24 August 2004.

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