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WV02 HVM

2002 Kawasaki ZX-12R

Silver Petrol 1199cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Jun 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

31,734 mi
Last recorded31,734 miles
Recorded on19 Jun 2026
Typical for 2002 Kawasaki ZX-12R20,380 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWV02 HVM
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-12R
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,199cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Jun 2026 31,734 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2025 30,384 miles

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Nearside Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy Slightly notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 18 May 2024 27,483 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 5 May 2023 27,442 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 30 Apr 2022 26,658 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2022 26,651 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.4.3 (b))

Offside Rear Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.4.3 (b))

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

Pass 12 Mar 2020 26,053 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2019 24,617 miles

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 23 Jan 2018 24,476 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2016 23,418 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2013 19,076 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2012 12,443 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 26 Aug 2011 10,601 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2010 8,683 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2009 7,308 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2009 7,308 miles

Front Brake disc(s) is excessively distorted (3.2.A1m)

Pass 23 Aug 2007 7,246 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2006 5,049 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2006 5,049 miles

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

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

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

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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WV02 HVM is a 2002 Kawasaki ZX-12R in Silver with a 1,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

Across all 2002 Kawasaki ZX-12R models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.8% with a typical mileage of 20,380 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 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 WV02 HVM, 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 24 years old, this Kawasaki ZX-12R is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was WV02 HVM registered?

WV02 HVM is a 2002 Kawasaki ZX-12R, first registered on 12 June 2002.

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