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Y236 FAR

2001 Kawasaki ZX-12R

Blue Petrol 1199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Apr 2026
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

24,134 mi
Last recorded24,134 miles
Recorded on15 Apr 2025
Typical for 2001 Kawasaki ZX-12R20,130 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY236 FAR
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-12R
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,199cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Apr 2025 24,134 miles

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

Pass 19 Apr 2024 23,333 miles

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

Pass 25 Apr 2023 21,701 miles
Pass 13 May 2019 19,954 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 11 Oct 2017 17,351 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2016 16,235 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2016 16,235 miles

Offside Front Direction indicators affected by the operation of another lamp (1.5.1c)

Pass 1 Aug 2015 14,957 miles

Offside Steering control has reduced clearance at full lock not affecting the riders operation of the controls (2.1.2b)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 26 Jun 2014 14,517 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 26 Jun 2014 14,517 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Pass 3 Apr 2013 13,302 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2011 12,384 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2010 10,798 miles

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

Pass 2 May 2009 10,555 miles

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

Pass 3 May 2008 10,052 miles
Pass 5 May 2006 8,271 miles
Fail 2 May 2006 8,271 miles

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

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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Y236 FAR is a 2001 Kawasaki ZX-12R in Blue with a 1,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 Y236 FAR, 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 Y236 FAR registered?

Y236 FAR is a 2001 Kawasaki ZX-12R, first registered on 1 June 2001.

Is Y236 FAR safe to buy?

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