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WX53 YVL

2003 Kawasaki ZZ-R1200

Blue Petrol 1164cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Nov 2021
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

31,701 mi
Last recorded31,701 miles
Recorded on14 Nov 2020
Typical for 2003 Kawasaki ZZ-R120023,381 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWX53 YVL
MakeKawasaki
ModelZZ-R1200
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,164cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Nov 2020 31,701 miles

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

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

Pass 14 May 2019 31,627 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

Pass 2 May 2018 31,061 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 13 Apr 2017 30,452 miles
Pass 10 May 2016 30,237 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2014 29,088 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2013 26,539 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Sep 2012 21,786 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2012 21,785 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2012 21,785 miles

Nearside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Nearside Front Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 14 Mar 2012 19,248 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2011 16,151 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2011 16,112 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2009 15,781 miles

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

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

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 10 Dec 2008 12,869 miles

Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Pass 13 Dec 2007 9,838 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2006 6,897 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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WX53 YVL is a 2003 Kawasaki ZZ-R1200 in Blue with a 1,164cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 WX53 YVL, 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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WX53 YVL is a 2003 Kawasaki ZZ-R1200, first registered on 1 December 2003.

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