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FY62 CWL

2012 Kawasaki Zx 1000 Gcf

Black Petrol 1043cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Apr 2027
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

22,393 mi
Last recorded22,393 miles
Recorded on18 Apr 2026
Typical for 2012 Kawasaki Zx 1000 Gcf13,447 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY62 CWL
MakeKawasaki
ModelZx 1000 Gcf
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,043cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Apr 2026 22,393 miles

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

Fail 18 Apr 2026 22,393 miles

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

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 29 Mar 2025 20,058 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2024 17,541 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2023 17,127 miles
Pass 10 May 2022 16,584 miles
Pass 13 May 2021 15,405 miles

Front Stop lamp emits other than a steady red light (4.3.3 (a) (i))

Fail 13 May 2021 15,405 miles

Front Stop lamp emits other than a steady red light (4.3.3 (a) (i))

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

Pass 7 May 2020 13,943 miles

Front Headlamp switch does not immediately illuminate all main beam headlamps pass light not working (4.1.3 (a))

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 27 Apr 2019 13,382 miles

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

Pass 2 May 2018 12,136 miles

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

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

fuel cap drain blocked

Pass 15 May 2017 10,714 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2015 8,835 miles

How Reliable is the Kawasaki Zx 1000 Gcf?

Based on 2,499 MOT tests across 266 vehicles.

92.0%
Pass Rate
1,074
Miles/Year
14
Year Lifespan
266
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 6
Stop lamp does not emit a steady light 3
reflector on motorcycle missing 3
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 3
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FY62 CWL is a 2012 Kawasaki Zx 1000 Gcf in Black with a 1,043cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

Across all 2012 Kawasaki Zx 1000 Gcf models, the average MOT pass rate is 92.1% with a typical mileage of 13,447 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 1000 Gcf fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 6 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FY62 CWL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki Zx 1000 Gcf typically stays on UK roads for around 14 years. At 14 years old, this Kawasaki Zx 1000 Gcf is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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FY62 CWL is a 2012 Kawasaki Zx 1000 Gcf, first registered on 7 September 2012.

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