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X59 CSG

2001 Kawasaki ZX-12R

Black Petrol 1199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jul 2026
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

22,782 mi
Last recorded22,782 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2025
Typical for 2001 Kawasaki ZX-12R20,130 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX59 CSG
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-12R
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,199cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Jul 2025 22,782 miles
Pass 25 May 2023 22,651 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2022 21,247 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2020 21,164 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2020 21,003 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2020 21,003 miles

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

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

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

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 28 Jun 2018 20,804 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2017 19,997 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 4 Jun 2015 19,684 miles

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

Pass 25 Apr 2014 19,393 miles

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 24 Apr 2013 18,673 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 27 Apr 2012 18,000 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 28 Apr 2011 17,274 miles

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

Pass 23 Apr 2010 16,061 miles

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 19 Jun 2008 14,789 miles
Pass 22 May 2007 11,372 miles
Pass 24 May 2006 7,679 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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X59 CSG is a 2001 Kawasaki ZX-12R in Black with a 1,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 X59 CSG, 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 X59 CSG registered?

X59 CSG is a 2001 Kawasaki ZX-12R, first registered on 12 January 2001.

Is X59 CSG safe to buy?

The MOT history for X59 CSG shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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