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FN12 SZX

2012 Kawasaki Z1000

Black Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Oct 2026
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

13,336 mi
Last recorded13,336 miles
Recorded on26 Oct 2025
Typical for 2012 Kawasaki Z100013,342 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFN12 SZX
MakeKawasaki
ModelZ1000
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Oct 2025 13,336 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 23 Oct 2025 13,330 miles

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

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

Handlebar grip insecure to handlebar LH grip loose (2.2.1 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Tyre worn close to the legal limit tyres on 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 11 Jun 2023 13,141 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2022 12,725 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2021 12,512 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2019 11,465 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2019 10,976 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2018 10,342 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2017 9,737 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2016 7,991 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2015 6,122 miles

How Reliable is the Kawasaki Z1000?

Based on 26,900 MOT tests across 3,148 vehicles.

86.6%
Pass Rate
630
Miles/Year
49
Year Lifespan
3,148
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

reflector on motorcycle missing 213
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 202
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 96
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 87
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 79
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FN12 SZX is a 2012 Kawasaki Z1000 in Black with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 2012 Kawasaki Z1000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 91.5% with a typical mileage of 13,342 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 Z1000 fails its MOT is reflector on motorcycle missing, accounting for 213 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FN12 SZX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki Z1000 typically stays on UK roads for around 49 years. At 14 years old, this Kawasaki Z1000 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FN12 SZX registered?

FN12 SZX is a 2012 Kawasaki Z1000, first registered on 2 April 2012.

Is FN12 SZX safe to buy?

The MOT history for FN12 SZX shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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