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HJ12 OVV

2012 Kawasaki Zx 600 Rbf

Black Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Nov 2026
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

15,525 mi
Last recorded15,525 miles
Recorded on27 Nov 2025
Typical for 2012 Kawasaki Zx 600 Rbf9,709 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHJ12 OVV
MakeKawasaki
ModelZx 600 Rbf
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 27 Nov 2025 15,525 miles

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

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 7 Nov 2024 14,186 miles
Fail 7 Nov 2024 14,186 miles

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

Registration plate incorrect (0.1 (c))

Pass 12 Oct 2023 11,461 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 12 Oct 2022 11,276 miles
Fail 12 Oct 2022 11,276 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Wheel spindle locking device missing (split pin / Cotta pin missing) (5.2.1 (d))

Pass 3 Dec 2021 11,181 miles

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

Pass 7 Dec 2020 10,799 miles
Fail 7 Dec 2020 10,799 miles

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

Pass 27 Nov 2019 9,709 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 27 Nov 2019 9,709 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 30 Apr 2019 9,606 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 23 May 2018 6,017 miles
Fail 23 May 2018 6,017 miles

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

Pass 13 May 2017 5,175 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 30 Apr 2016 4,366 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 30 Apr 2016 4,349 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 7 Mar 2015 3,195 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

How Reliable is the Kawasaki Zx 600 Rbf?

Based on 798 MOT tests across 104 vehicles.

87.3%
Pass Rate
940
Miles/Year
15
Year Lifespan
104
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

reflector on motorcycle missing 7
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 5
Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height 3
Direction indicators affected by the operation of another lamp 2
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 2
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HJ12 OVV is a 2012 Kawasaki Zx 600 Rbf in Black with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2012 Kawasaki Zx 600 Rbf models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.3% with a typical mileage of 9,709 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 600 Rbf fails its MOT is reflector on motorcycle missing, accounting for 7 recorded failures. If you're considering buying HJ12 OVV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki Zx 600 Rbf typically stays on UK roads for around 15 years. At 14 years old, this Kawasaki Zx 600 Rbf is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was HJ12 OVV registered?

HJ12 OVV is a 2012 Kawasaki Zx 600 Rbf, first registered on 3 March 2012.

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