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R12 PHB

2001 Kawasaki ZX-12R

Silver Petrol 1199cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Apr 2027
Tests22 (21 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.5%

Mileage

39,166 mi
Last recorded39,166 miles
Recorded on26 Mar 2026
Typical for 2001 Kawasaki ZX-12R20,130 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR12 PHB
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-12R
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,199cc

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MOT History

21 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Mar 2026 39,166 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2025 37,933 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2024 37,931 miles
Pass 26 May 2023 37,107 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2022 35,212 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2021 35,116 miles
Pass 4 May 2020 35,116 miles
Fail 4 May 2020 35,116 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 16 Apr 2019 31,924 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2018 28,945 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2017 26,204 miles
Pass 13 May 2016 24,298 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2015 23,154 miles
Pass 3 May 2014 20,985 miles
Pass 2 May 2013 18,923 miles
Pass 11 May 2012 16,463 miles
Pass 11 May 2011 14,927 miles
Pass 14 May 2010 13,471 miles

Rear Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 8 Apr 2009 12,099 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2008 10,052 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2007 8,617 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2006 7,386 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 PHB is a 2001 Kawasaki ZX-12R in Silver with a 1,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.5%.

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 R12 PHB, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R12 PHB registered?

R12 PHB is a 2001 Kawasaki ZX-12R, first registered on 30 March 2001.

Is R12 PHB safe to buy?

The MOT history for R12 PHB shows 22 tests with a 95.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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