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SO51 SON

2012 Kawasaki Zx 1000 Gbf

Green Petrol 1043cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Apr 2027
Tests15 (9 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

24,333 mi
Last recorded24,333 miles
Recorded on24 Apr 2026
Typical for 2012 Kawasaki Zx 1000 Gbf13,247 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSO51 SON
MakeKawasaki
ModelZx 1000 Gbf
Year2012
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,043cc

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MOT History

9 pass 6 fail
Pass 24 Apr 2026 24,333 miles

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Rear Position lamp damaged but function not impaired (4.2.1 (b))

Fail 24 Apr 2026 24,333 miles

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Rear Position lamp damaged but function not impaired (4.2.1 (b))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 24 Aug 2024 24,292 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2024 24,292 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 23 Apr 2022 24,235 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2022 24,235 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working loose wire (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 12 Mar 2021 24,180 miles

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 3 Jul 2019
Pass 11 May 2018 20,272 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2017 16,216 miles
Fail 16 Jan 2017 16,216 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 11 Feb 2016 14,045 miles
Fail 9 Feb 2016 14,041 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Stop lamp emits other than a steady red light (1.3.1b)

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Pass 11 Feb 2015 9,798 miles
Fail 10 Feb 2015 9,798 miles

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

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

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

How Reliable is the Kawasaki Zx 1000 Gbf?

Based on 2,047 MOT tests across 198 vehicles.

91.5%
Pass Rate
1,071
Miles/Year
15
Year Lifespan
198
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 6
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SO51 SON is a 2012 Kawasaki Zx 1000 Gbf in Green with a 1,043cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 2012 Kawasaki Zx 1000 Gbf models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.7% with a typical mileage of 13,247 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 1000 Gbf fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 6 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SO51 SON, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki Zx 1000 Gbf typically stays on UK roads for around 15 years. At 14 years old, this Kawasaki Zx 1000 Gbf is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of SO51 SON?

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What year was SO51 SON registered?

SO51 SON is a 2012 Kawasaki Zx 1000 Gbf, first registered on 5 May 2012.

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