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Y249 GBO

2001 Kawasaki ZX-12R

Silver Petrol 1199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Apr 2022
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

16,663 mi
Last recorded16,663 miles
Recorded on22 Apr 2021
Typical for 2001 Kawasaki ZX-12R20,130 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY249 GBO
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-12R
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,199cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Apr 2021 16,663 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 6 Jul 2018 16,599 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2012 16,282 miles
Pass 14 May 2009 15,827 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Jun 2008 13,906 miles
Pass 22 May 2007 12,618 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2007 12,526 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Pass 20 Jun 2006 12,431 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2005 12,396 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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Y249 GBO is a 2001 Kawasaki ZX-12R in Silver 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 Y249 GBO, 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 Y249 GBO registered?

Y249 GBO is a 2001 Kawasaki ZX-12R, first registered on 1 March 2001.

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The MOT history for Y249 GBO 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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