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YP02 JNV

2002 Kawasaki ZX-12R

Black Petrol 1164cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Jun 2027
Tests25 (20 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

52,587 mi
Last recorded52,587 miles
Recorded on30 Jun 2026
Typical for 2002 Kawasaki ZX-12R20,380 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYP02 JNV
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-12R
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,164cc

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MOT History

20 pass 5 fail
Pass 30 Jun 2026 52,587 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2024 51,508 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2023 50,290 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive Slight tight spot (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Nearside Exhaust slightly loose (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 28 Jan 2023 50,290 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive Slight tight spot (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Exhaust slightly loose (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Exhaust system insecure Bolts loose (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 5 Oct 2021 49,004 miles

Front stepping in tread

Nearside Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 23 Sep 2020 46,871 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2020 46,871 miles

Front Stop lamp not working loose wire (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 27 Aug 2019 44,405 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2018 41,601 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2018 41,601 miles

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

Rear Brake indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 17 Jun 2017 40,724 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2016 39,564 miles

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

Pass 5 Mar 2016 38,268 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2015 36,603 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2014 35,469 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2013 34,566 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2012 34,135 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2011 33,140 miles

no.plate illumination bulb replaced.

Fail 1 Feb 2011 33,140 miles

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

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

no.plate illumination bulb replaced.

Pass 3 Feb 2010 28,350 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

number plate not working

one tail light not working

Fail 30 Jan 2010 28,341 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

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

Throttle has a significant change in engine speed whilst moving the steering from lock to lock (2.1.4)

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

number plate not working

one tail light not working

Pass 19 Aug 2008 16,751 miles
Pass 9 May 2008 14,810 miles
Pass 2 May 2007 2,061 miles
Pass 12 May 2006 2,034 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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YP02 JNV is a 2002 Kawasaki ZX-12R in Black with a 1,164cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 YP02 JNV, 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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YP02 JNV is a 2002 Kawasaki ZX-12R, first registered on 15 May 2002.

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