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H12 MDE

2001 Kawasaki ZX-12R

Black Petrol 1199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Aug 2021
Tests13 (7 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate53.8%

Mileage

24,170 mi
Last recorded24,170 miles
Recorded on21 Aug 2020
Typical for 2001 Kawasaki ZX-12R20,130 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH12 MDE
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-12R
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,199cc

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MOT History

7 pass 6 fail
Pass 21 Aug 2020 24,170 miles

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

Fail 10 Aug 2020 24,170 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Drive chain so loose it is likely to fail (6.1.7 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 3 Aug 2018 24,136 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2018 24,136 miles

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

Front Steering headbearing has excessive wear or free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 29 Oct 2013 23,337 miles
Fail 29 Oct 2013 23,337 miles

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level dangerously low (3.2.B1d)

Pass 24 Feb 2012 22,525 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2010 21,618 miles

Front Brake caliper(s) securing bolt(s) loose (3.2.A1j)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 8 Sep 2010 21,618 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2009 19,546 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 18 Mar 2009 19,546 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2006 15,910 miles
Fail 17 Feb 2006 15,902 miles

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

Rear Stop lamp damaged but function not impaired (1.3.3a)

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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H12 MDE is a 2001 Kawasaki ZX-12R in Black with a 1,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 53.8%.

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 H12 MDE, 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.

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What year was H12 MDE registered?

H12 MDE is a 2001 Kawasaki ZX-12R, first registered on 5 January 2001.

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