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Y227 GAX

2001 Kawasaki ZX-12R

Green Petrol 1199cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Jul 2027
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

16,324 mi
Last recorded16,324 miles
Recorded on10 Jul 2026
Typical for 2001 Kawasaki ZX-12R20,130 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY227 GAX
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-12R
Year2001
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,199cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Jul 2026 16,324 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2024 16,260 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 6 Nov 2012 16,253 miles

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

Pass 2 Aug 2011 15,484 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2010 14,683 miles
Pass 31 May 2008 13,934 miles

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

Pass 27 Jan 2007 12,545 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2006 10,887 miles
Fail 14 Jan 2006 10,887 miles

Offside Exhaust markings indicating not for road use or similar wording (7.1.4)

Offside 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)

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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Y227 GAX is a 2001 Kawasaki ZX-12R in Green with a 1,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 Y227 GAX, 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 Y227 GAX registered?

Y227 GAX is a 2001 Kawasaki ZX-12R, first registered on 2 March 2001.

Is Y227 GAX safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y227 GAX shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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