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Y17 LET

2001 Kawasaki ZX-12R

Red Petrol 1199cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Sep 2027
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

20,181 mi
Last recorded20,181 miles
Recorded on15 Sep 2026
Typical for 2001 Kawasaki ZX-12R20,130 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY17 LET
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-12R
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,199cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Sep 2026 20,181 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2026 20,173 miles

Central Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 3 Apr 2025 19,968 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2020 19,373 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2018 17,817 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2015 17,338 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2014 16,721 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Pass 14 Mar 2014 16,721 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2012 16,142 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2012 16,142 miles

Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 20 Oct 2010 13,827 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2010 12,680 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2009 12,659 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 14 Aug 2007 10,875 miles

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

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 14 Aug 2007 10,873 miles

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

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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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Y17 LET is a 2001 Kawasaki ZX-12R in Red with a 1,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 Y17 LET, 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 Y17 LET registered?

Y17 LET is a 2001 Kawasaki ZX-12R, first registered on 24 August 2001.

Is Y17 LET safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y17 LET shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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