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Y291 HFB

2001 Kawasaki ZX-12R

Green Petrol 1199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jun 2023
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

24,865 mi
Last recorded24,865 miles
Recorded on6 Jun 2023
Typical for 2001 Kawasaki ZX-12R20,130 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY291 HFB
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-12R
Year2001
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,199cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Fail 6 Jun 2023 24,865 miles

Nearside Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Front Throttle control functioning such that safe operation of the motorcycle is adversely affected (6.2.7 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Lower Suspension rod pin or bush likely to become detached SwingArm Lower Rear (5.3.4 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Motorcycle structure is fractured but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced HeadLight Stay Bracket. One bolt Remains. (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Front fronr tyre perished

Nearside Rear Exhaust silencer slightly loose (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Rear Registration plate lamp missing in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Rear rear tyre perished

Pass 14 Jun 2022 24,340 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2020 24,295 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2018 24,252 miles

Front Brake excessively binding front wheel will not spin freely strip check brakes calipers six pots (1.2.1 (f))

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

Pass 13 Sep 2012 23,960 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2008 23,847 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 10 Apr 2007 21,538 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

frontbrake leaver travel

Pass 31 Mar 2006 20,873 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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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Y291 HFB is a 2001 Kawasaki ZX-12R in Green with a 1,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 Y291 HFB, 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 Y291 HFB registered?

Y291 HFB is a 2001 Kawasaki ZX-12R, first registered on 16 May 2001.

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