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Y247 GCA

2001 Kawasaki ZX-12R

Silver Petrol 1199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Oct 2022
Tests16 (10 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

33,554 mi
Last recorded33,554 miles
Recorded on29 Oct 2021
Typical for 2001 Kawasaki ZX-12R20,130 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY247 GCA
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-12R
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,199cc

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MOT History

10 pass 6 fail
Pass 29 Oct 2021 33,554 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 29 Oct 2021 33,554 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Throttle operating incorrectly Throttle sticking on right hand lock (6.2.7 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Oct 2020 33,047 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2019 31,630 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Pass 15 Feb 2018 27,351 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 1 Apr 2017 26,907 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2017 26,907 miles

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

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies front switch (1.3.1a)

Pass 17 May 2016 26,078 miles

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

Fail 11 May 2016 26,074 miles

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

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

front brakes binding slightley

Pass 17 May 2010 21,116 miles
Fail 13 May 2010 20,980 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Mar 2009 15,971 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2008 13,613 miles

Rear Floor brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable (3.3.C1b)

Fail 15 Mar 2008 13,613 miles

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Rear Floor brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable (3.3.C1b)

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)

Pass 7 Sep 2006 10,228 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2006 10,228 miles

Offside Rear 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)

Registration plate delaminated (6.3.1.d)

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

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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Y247 GCA is a 2001 Kawasaki ZX-12R in Silver with a 1,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 Y247 GCA, 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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Y247 GCA is a 2001 Kawasaki ZX-12R, first registered on 1 April 2001.

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