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DRZ 122

2001 Kawasaki ZX-12R

Red Petrol 1199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Apr 2026
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

24,741 mi
Last recorded24,741 miles
Recorded on28 Mar 2025
Typical for 2001 Kawasaki ZX-12R20,130 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDRZ 122
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-12R
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,199cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Mar 2025 24,741 miles

Front Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

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

Fail 28 Mar 2025 24,741 miles

Front Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

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

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 3 Apr 2024 23,236 miles

Front Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 10 Mar 2023 21,407 miles

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

Pass 24 Jan 2022 19,798 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2021 17,201 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2019 15,538 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2019 15,538 miles

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

Pass 15 Nov 2018 11,787 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2017 9,182 miles
Fail 9 Jan 2017 9,182 miles

Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Pass 7 Jan 2016 6,881 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2015 17,826 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2015 6,350 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2011 6,120 miles
Pass 20 May 2010 5,486 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2009 5,371 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2006 5,224 miles

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

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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DRZ 122 is a 2001 Kawasaki ZX-12R in Red with a 1,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 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 DRZ 122, 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 DRZ 122 registered?

DRZ 122 is a 2001 Kawasaki ZX-12R, first registered on 14 August 2001.

Is DRZ 122 safe to buy?

The MOT history for DRZ 122 shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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