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Y179 KJM

2001 Kawasaki ZX-12R

Blue Petrol 1199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jun 2023
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

28,205 mi
Last recorded28,205 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2022
Typical for 2001 Kawasaki ZX-12R20,130 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY179 KJM
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-12R
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,199cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Jun 2022 28,205 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2019 27,612 miles
Fail 5 Nov 2018 27,612 miles

Brake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Horn sound not in accordance with requirements (7.7 (c))

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

gear lever insecure

Pass 25 Feb 2014 24,614 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2012 23,758 miles

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

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

Fail 14 Aug 2012 23,758 miles

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the steering (2.5.1)

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

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

Pass 26 Jul 2011 22,940 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2011 22,940 miles

Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Headlamp incorrect colour (1.2.1)

Rear Registration plate font not substantially similar to the prescribed font (6.3.4d)

Pass 19 Jul 2010 21,452 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2009 20,445 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

front brake slight drag

Pass 31 May 2008 19,349 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2006 13,509 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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Y179 KJM is a 2001 Kawasaki ZX-12R in Blue with a 1,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 Y179 KJM, 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 Y179 KJM registered?

Y179 KJM is a 2001 Kawasaki ZX-12R, first registered on 17 May 2001.

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