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Y231 DDC

2001 Kawasaki ZX-12R

Green Petrol 1199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Apr 2026
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

31,929 mi
Last recorded31,929 miles
Recorded on1 May 2025
Typical for 2001 Kawasaki ZX-12R20,130 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY231 DDC
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-12R
Year2001
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,199cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 1 May 2025 31,929 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2023 31,711 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 23 Apr 2021 31,677 miles
Pass 22 May 2019 31,033 miles
Pass 9 May 2018 29,861 miles
Pass 4 May 2017 28,870 miles
Pass 6 May 2016 27,041 miles
Pass 13 May 2015 24,844 miles
Pass 3 May 2014 20,716 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2013 15,899 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2012 15,831 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2012 15,821 miles

Front Brake disc(s) is excessively distorted (3.2.A1m)

Pass 31 Mar 2011 15,673 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Fail 31 Mar 2011 15,673 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 16 Apr 2010 15,236 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2009 14,363 miles

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Pass 1 Apr 2009 14,363 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2008 12,950 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2008 12,950 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 8 May 2007 10,553 miles
Fail 8 May 2007 10,553 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 26 May 2006 7,498 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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Y231 DDC is a 2001 Kawasaki ZX-12R in Green with a 1,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

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 Y231 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 Y231 DDC registered?

Y231 DDC is a 2001 Kawasaki ZX-12R, first registered on 14 June 2001.

Is Y231 DDC safe to buy?

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