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Y227 XAT

2001 Kawasaki ZX-12R

Red Petrol 1199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Aug 2014
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

22,660 mi
Last recorded22,660 miles
Recorded on10 Aug 2013
Typical for 2001 Kawasaki ZX-12R20,130 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY227 XAT
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-12R
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,199cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Aug 2013 22,660 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2013 22,660 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

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

Front Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 18 Aug 2009 20,438 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2008 18,008 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2007 17,150 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Pass 15 Jul 2006 13,723 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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Y227 XAT is a 2001 Kawasaki ZX-12R in Red with a 1,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 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 Y227 XAT, 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 Y227 XAT registered?

Y227 XAT is a 2001 Kawasaki ZX-12R, first registered on 20 July 2001.

Is Y227 XAT safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y227 XAT shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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