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OY02 YLR

2002 Kawasaki ZX1200-C1H

Silver Petrol 1199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 May 2026
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

38,979 mi
Last recorded38,979 miles
Recorded on19 May 2025
Typical for 2002 Kawasaki ZX1200-C1H19,437 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOY02 YLR
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX1200-C1H
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,199cc
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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 May 2025 38,979 miles

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

Pass 25 Mar 2024 38,630 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Nearside Exhaust slightly loose slip on clamp to down pipes (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured going white (4.4.3 (a))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 22 Mar 2024 38,627 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Stop lamp switch with a delay in operation (4.3.2 (a) (ii))

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamp(s) (4.7.2 (a))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Nearside Exhaust slightly loose slip on clamp to down pipes (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured going white (4.4.3 (a))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 2 Mar 2023 38,307 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2022 38,009 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2019 35,290 miles
Pass 21 May 2018 33,000 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2017 31,333 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2016 28,792 miles

Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. front shock (2.3.1)

Fail 14 Mar 2016 28,772 miles

Throttle has a significant change in engine speed whilst moving the steering from lock to lock (2.1.4)

Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. front shock (2.3.1)

Pass 25 Mar 2015 24,684 miles

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

Pass 26 Feb 2014 19,026 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2012 13,854 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2011 12,009 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2010 8,722 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2010 8,721 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2010 7,696 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2009 5,883 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2008 4,033 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2007 1,728 miles

How Reliable is the Kawasaki ZX1200-C1H?

Based on 2,792 MOT tests across 214 vehicles.

87.8%
Pass Rate
1,022
Miles/Year
24
Year Lifespan
214
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 34
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 24
wheel bearings have excessive free play 22
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 17
Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort 10
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OY02 YLR is a 2002 Kawasaki ZX1200-C1H in Silver with a 1,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 2002 Kawasaki ZX1200-C1H models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.5% with a typical mileage of 19,437 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Kawasaki ZX1200-C1H fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 34 recorded failures. If you're considering buying OY02 YLR, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki ZX1200-C1H typically stays on UK roads for around 24 years. At 24 years old, this Kawasaki ZX1200-C1H is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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OY02 YLR is a 2002 Kawasaki ZX1200-C1H, first registered on 21 May 2002.

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