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Y176 DDC

2001 Kawasaki ZX-12R

Silver Petrol 1199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jul 2026
Tests23 (21 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.3%

Mileage

22,079 mi
Last recorded22,079 miles
Recorded on16 Jun 2025
Typical for 2001 Kawasaki ZX-12R20,130 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY176 DDC
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-12R
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,199cc

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MOT History

21 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Jun 2025 22,079 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2024 22,027 miles

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

Pass 12 Jul 2023 21,814 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2022 21,396 miles

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

Pass 21 Jun 2021 21,083 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2020 20,983 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2019 20,429 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2018 20,210 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2017 20,105 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2016 19,914 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2015 19,786 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2014 19,568 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2013 19,241 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2013 19,241 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 28 Jun 2012 18,699 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2011 18,422 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2011 18,422 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 24 Jul 2010 18,377 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2009 17,945 miles
Pass 6 May 2008 17,386 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 16 Jun 2007 17,310 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2006 16,512 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2006 16,512 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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Y176 DDC is a 2001 Kawasaki ZX-12R in Silver with a 1,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.3%.

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 Y176 DDC, 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 Y176 DDC registered?

Y176 DDC is a 2001 Kawasaki ZX-12R, first registered on 28 July 2001.

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