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P9 BHP

2001 Kawasaki ZX-12R

Red Petrol 1199cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Jun 2027
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

19,209 mi
Last recorded19,209 miles
Recorded on19 Jun 2026
Typical for 2001 Kawasaki ZX-12R20,130 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP9 BHP
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-12R
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,199cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Jun 2026 19,209 miles
Pass 2 May 2025 19,195 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2024 19,153 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2022 19,058 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2021 18,986 miles
Pass 16 May 2019 18,957 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2018 18,938 miles
Pass 3 May 2017 18,185 miles
Pass 10 May 2016 17,845 miles
Pass 14 May 2015 16,915 miles
Pass 21 May 2014 16,789 miles
Pass 9 May 2013 15,520 miles
Pass 10 May 2012 14,003 miles
Fail 10 May 2012 14,003 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 10 May 2011 13,782 miles
Pass 12 May 2010 12,991 miles
Pass 7 May 2009 12,492 miles
Fail 7 May 2009 12,492 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Registration plate characters laid out in an incorrect format (6.3.4f)

Pass 9 May 2008 11,570 miles
Pass 9 May 2007 11,447 miles
Pass 16 May 2006 10,683 miles

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

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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P9 BHP is a 2001 Kawasaki ZX-12R in Red with a 1,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 P9 BHP, 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 P9 BHP registered?

P9 BHP is a 2001 Kawasaki ZX-12R, first registered on 24 May 2001.

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The MOT history for P9 BHP shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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