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BV51 CHX

2001 Kawasaki ZX-12R

Silver Petrol 1199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 May 2026
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

44,346 mi
Last recorded44,346 miles
Recorded on30 May 2025
Typical for 2001 Kawasaki ZX-12R20,130 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBV51 CHX
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-12R
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,199cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 May 2025 44,346 miles
Fail 30 May 2025 44,346 miles

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

Pass 23 Feb 2021 30,888 miles

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

Offside Rear Lower Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 24 Mar 2020 29,150 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2019 28,717 miles
Pass 9 May 2018 26,589 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2013 25,871 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2011 24,893 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2010 24,042 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 25 Aug 2009 22,326 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2008 19,297 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2007 15,349 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2006 10,616 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2005 3,365 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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BV51 CHX is a 2001 Kawasaki ZX-12R in Silver with a 1,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

Across all 2001 Kawasaki ZX-12R models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.3% with a typical mileage of 20,130 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 BV51 CHX, 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 25 years old, this Kawasaki ZX-12R is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BV51 CHX registered?

BV51 CHX is a 2001 Kawasaki ZX-12R, first registered on 21 December 2001.

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