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OU51 MBF

2001 Kawasaki ZX-12R

Black Petrol 1199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Sep 2020
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

35,031 mi
Last recorded35,031 miles
Recorded on6 Sep 2019
Typical for 2001 Kawasaki ZX-12R20,130 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOU51 MBF
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-12R
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,199cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Sep 2019 35,031 miles

All direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

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

Pass 17 May 2018 33,040 miles
Fail 17 May 2018 33,040 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 6 May 2017 31,143 miles

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

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

Pass 5 May 2016 29,910 miles
Pass 2 May 2015 25,628 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2014 21,455 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2014 21,455 miles

Front position lamp incorrect colour (1.1.2a)

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Stop lamp affected by the operation of another lamp (1.3.2)

Rear Brake locking device insecure (3.2.A1e) DANGEROUS

Pass 4 Apr 2013 19,064 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2012 15,921 miles

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

Pass 20 Apr 2011 13,627 miles
Pass 3 May 2010 10,535 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2009 5,772 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2008 3,007 miles
Pass 4 May 2007 2,625 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2006 2,102 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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OU51 MBF is a 2001 Kawasaki ZX-12R in Black with a 1,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 OU51 MBF, 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 OU51 MBF registered?

OU51 MBF is a 2001 Kawasaki ZX-12R, first registered on 13 October 2001.

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