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Y118 XBV

2001 Kawasaki ZX-12R

Black Petrol 1199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Dec 2020
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

19,513 mi
Last recorded19,513 miles
Recorded on30 Dec 2019
Typical for 2001 Kawasaki ZX-12R20,130 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY118 XBV
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-12R
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,199cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Dec 2019 19,513 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 4 Aug 2018 18,796 miles
Pass 20 May 2017 17,098 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 21 Apr 2016 15,317 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2016 15,293 miles

Front Hydraulic brake control feels spongy (3.1.4a)

Front Roller brake test indicates a severely juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 13 Jun 2014 15,206 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2013 14,646 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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

Pass 17 Mar 2012 13,744 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2010 12,298 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2009 12,122 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2008 10,939 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2007 10,243 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2006 9,208 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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Y118 XBV is a 2001 Kawasaki ZX-12R in Black with a 1,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 Y118 XBV, 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 Y118 XBV registered?

Y118 XBV is a 2001 Kawasaki ZX-12R, first registered on 24 April 2001.

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The MOT history for Y118 XBV shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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