Kawasaki ZX-12R

Red · Petrol · 2002 · 1,199 cc

J8 SFDMOT history

J8 SFD is a red petrol Kawasaki ZX-12R first used on 25 May 2002. Its MOT is valid until 9 Apr 2027 and it has passed 18 of 21 MOT tests, with 43,679 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Apr 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 9 Apr 2027
Mileage
43,679 mi
At MOT on 10 Apr 2026
MOT tests
21
18 passed · 3 failed
Per year
1,810 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
J8 SFD
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Kawasaki
Model
ZX-12R
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,199 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
25 May 2002
MOT status
MOT valid until 9 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
10 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

J8 SFD was last recorded at 43,679 miles on 10 Apr 2026, 2,692 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Sept 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
40,987 miles · 28 Sept 2024
Between the last two tests
2,692 miles
Average per year
1,810 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 43,679 miles
  • 2024 – 40,987 miles
  • 2023 – 36,861 miles
  • 2022 – 34,111 miles
  • 2021 – 23,821 miles
  • 2019 – 23,213 miles
  • 2018 – 23,208 miles
  • 2016 – 23,202 miles
  • 2015 – 23,170 miles
  • 2014 – 22,275 miles
  • 2013 – 21,838 miles
  • 2012 – 21,550 miles
  • 2011 – 20,095 miles
  • 2010 – 19,345 miles
  • 2009 – 16,899 miles
  • 2008 – 13,897 miles
  • 2007 – 10,787 miles
  • 2005 – 6,820 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass43,679 miles
  • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Exhaust noisy

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2014

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2014

Full MOT history

21 tests since 26 Nov 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass43,679 miles (+2,692)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    43,679 miles
    Test number
    902571506476
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

  2. Pass40,987 miles (+4,126)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    40,987 miles
    Test number
    950673888886
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  3. Pass36,861 miles (+2,750)
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    36,861 miles
    Test number
    669495495223

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass34,111 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    34,111 miles
    Test number
    901660022035

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail34,108 miles (+10,287)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,108 miles
    Test number
    922826286971
    • DangerousFront Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass23,821 miles (+608)
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    23,821 miles
    Test number
    198996425441

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass23,213 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    23,213 miles
    Test number
    901353111095

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass23,208 miles (+6)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    23,208 miles
    Test number
    984678114136

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass23,202 miles (+32)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    23,202 miles
    Test number
    214004320873
    • AdvisoryFront Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

  10. Pass23,170 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2016
    Odometer
    23,170 miles
    Test number
    855862835138

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail23,170 miles (+895)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    23,170 miles
    Test number
    775249825191
    • FailureExhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)
    • FailureRegistration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

  12. Pass22,275 miles (+437)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    22,275 miles
    Test number
    375886204108
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

  13. Fail21,838 miles1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    21,838 miles
    Test number
    455871523165
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too low (1.6)
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)
    • AdvisoryRear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

  14. Pass21,838 miles (+288)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    21,838 miles
    Test number
    529821723153
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)
    • AdvisoryRear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

  15. Pass21,550 miles (+1,455)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    21,550 miles
    Test number
    769202812155
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
    • AdvisoryFront Wheel damaged but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)
    • NoteOil leak

  16. Pass20,095 miles (+750)
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    20,095 miles
    Test number
    297041301197

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass19,345 miles (+2,446)
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    19,345 miles
    Test number
    473702510140

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass16,899 miles (+3,002)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    16,899 miles
    Test number
    251907709451
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

  19. Pass13,897 miles (+3,110)
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    13,897 miles
    Test number
    643283318136

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass10,787 miles (+3,967)
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    10,787 miles
    Test number
    252047797074

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass6,820 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2006
    Odometer
    6,820 miles
    Test number
    461330735411

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about J8 SFD

Does J8 SFD currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on J8 SFD is valid until 9 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on J8 SFD?
The MOT on J8 SFD is valid until 9 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has J8 SFD done?
J8 SFD was recorded at 43,679 miles at its MOT on 10 Apr 2026, an average of 1,810 miles a year.
Has J8 SFD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. J8 SFD has failed 3 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Aug 2022.
Has the mileage on J8 SFD ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on J8 SFD find?
J8 SFD passed its latest MOT on 10 Apr 2026 with 1 advisory: exhaust noisy.

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