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R12 MAO

2001 Kawasaki ZX-12R

Blue Petrol 1199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jun 2024
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

73,198 mi
Last recorded73,198 miles
Recorded on2 Jun 2023
Typical for 2001 Kawasaki ZX-12R20,130 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR12 MAO
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-12R
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,199cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Jun 2023 73,198 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 19 Sep 2019 72,583 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2017 71,876 miles

Central Rear Lower Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Fail 20 Apr 2017 71,876 miles

Central Rear Lower Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.6)

Pass 5 Sep 2014 71,103 miles

Both front fork outter cover slight wear

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.2.B3b)

Pass 25 Jul 2013 67,196 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2012 62,174 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2011 55,055 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2010 51,319 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 11 Jul 2009 47,862 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2008 38,398 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 11 Jul 2008 38,398 miles

Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 31 May 2007 28,475 miles

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

Pass 2 Jun 2006 27,543 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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R12 MAO is a 2001 Kawasaki ZX-12R in Blue with a 1,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 R12 MAO, 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 R12 MAO registered?

R12 MAO is a 2001 Kawasaki ZX-12R, first registered on 15 November 2001.

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