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Y9 MDE

2003 Kawasaki ZX1200-C1H

Black Petrol 1199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 May 2025
Tests24 (18 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

50,447 mi
Last recorded50,447 miles
Recorded on17 May 2024
Typical for 2003 Kawasaki ZX1200-C1H19,148 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY9 MDE
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX1200-C1H
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,199cc

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MOT History

18 pass 6 fail
Pass 17 May 2024 50,447 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 17 May 2024 50,447 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii))

Pass 18 May 2023 50,358 miles
Fail 18 May 2023 50,358 miles

Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls (4.3.2 (a) (iii))

Pass 29 Mar 2022 47,785 miles

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

Suspension component has wear or play, but not to excess Rear shock linkage (5.3.3 (d))

Pass 26 Mar 2021 46,276 miles

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

Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear shock bottom mount. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 25 Mar 2021 46,264 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

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

O/S chain adjuster locking nut loose.

Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear shock bottom mount. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Jun 2019 44,212 miles

Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear shock linkage (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 13 Jun 2019 44,112 miles

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

Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear shock linkage (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Jun 2018 43,370 miles
Pass 18 May 2017 40,485 miles

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 21 May 2016 36,142 miles
Fail 14 May 2016 36,024 miles

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

Pass 9 May 2015 31,727 miles
Pass 17 May 2014 26,758 miles
Pass 18 May 2013 21,664 miles
Pass 19 May 2012 18,064 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2011 17,138 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2010 16,129 miles

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

Pass 28 Mar 2009 14,886 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2008 12,531 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2007 9,538 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2007 9,535 miles

Front position lamp incorrect colour (1.1.2a)

Pass 13 Mar 2006 4,742 miles

How Reliable is the Kawasaki ZX1200-C1H?

Based on 2,792 MOT tests across 214 vehicles.

87.8%
Pass Rate
1,022
Miles/Year
24
Year Lifespan
214
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 34
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 24
wheel bearings have excessive free play 22
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 17
Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort 10
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Y9 MDE is a 2003 Kawasaki ZX1200-C1H in Black with a 1,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2003 Kawasaki ZX1200-C1H models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.6% with a typical mileage of 19,148 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 ZX1200-C1H fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 34 recorded failures. If you're considering buying Y9 MDE, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki ZX1200-C1H typically stays on UK roads for around 24 years. At 23 years old, this Kawasaki ZX1200-C1H is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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Y9 MDE is a 2003 Kawasaki ZX1200-C1H, first registered on 1 March 2003.

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