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RN52 HCV

2003 Kawasaki ZX1200-C1H

Black Petrol 1164cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Sep 2026
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

10,639 mi
Last recorded10,639 miles
Recorded on20 Sep 2025
Typical for 2003 Kawasaki ZX1200-C1H19,148 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRN52 HCV
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX1200-C1H
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,164cc
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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Sep 2025 10,639 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2025 10,639 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 12 Oct 2024 10,337 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2023 10,179 miles

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

Pass 31 Oct 2022 10,036 miles

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

Pass 22 Oct 2021 9,882 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2020 9,490 miles
Pass 30 May 2019 8,423 miles

Central Front Lower Fairing clip missing

Pass 2 May 2018 7,852 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2018 7,851 miles

Front Upper Rear suspension bearing has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 21 Jun 2016 6,793 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2015 6,136 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2015 6,136 miles

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

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 2 Jun 2014 3,556 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2014 3,556 miles

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

Pass 1 Jul 2013 2,083 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Pass 25 Jun 2012 2,060 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2011 2,042 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2009 1,935 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2008 1,910 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2006 1,824 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2006 1,819 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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RN52 HCV is a 2003 Kawasaki ZX1200-C1H in Black with a 1,164cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 RN52 HCV, 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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What year was RN52 HCV registered?

RN52 HCV is a 2003 Kawasaki ZX1200-C1H, first registered on 12 February 2003.

Is RN52 HCV safe to buy?

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