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YG02 DYU

2002 Kawasaki ZX-12R

Silver Petrol 1199cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Mar 2027
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

44,684 mi
Last recorded44,684 miles
Recorded on18 Mar 2026
Typical for 2002 Kawasaki ZX-12R20,380 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYG02 DYU
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-12R
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,199cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Mar 2026 44,684 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2026 44,682 miles

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

Stop lamp not working off rear lever (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 19 Mar 2025 41,676 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2024 40,903 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2023 39,286 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2022 38,527 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2020 38,304 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2020 38,297 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2018 36,238 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 26 Aug 2016 35,879 miles
Pass 8 May 2015 35,656 miles
Pass 21 May 2014 34,516 miles
Fail 21 May 2014 34,516 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust mounting does not fully support the exhaust system (7.1.1.c)

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

Pass 16 May 2013 33,964 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2012 33,275 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2012 33,275 miles

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

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

Pass 25 May 2011 31,552 miles

Centre Front Lower Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

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

Centre Front Upper Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

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

Pass 29 May 2010 29,600 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2009 25,219 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2008 18,995 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 28 Apr 2007 17,591 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2006 15,665 miles

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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YG02 DYU is a 2002 Kawasaki ZX-12R in Silver with a 1,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 YG02 DYU, 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.

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What year was YG02 DYU registered?

YG02 DYU is a 2002 Kawasaki ZX-12R, first registered on 5 April 2002.

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