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Y315 UGO

2001 Kawasaki ZX-12R

Black Petrol 1199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jul 2026
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

23,530 mi
Last recorded23,530 miles
Recorded on9 Jul 2025
Typical for 2001 Kawasaki ZX-12R20,130 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY315 UGO
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-12R
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,199cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Jul 2025 23,530 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2025 23,530 miles

All position lamps not working (4.2.1 (a))

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

Rear Brake caliper leaking Banjo joint (1.1.16 (b) (i))

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 18 May 2023 22,882 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2021 21,041 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2020 19,949 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2017 19,868 miles

Offside Rear stop light out 50% only

Fail 29 Apr 2017 19,868 miles

Offside Rear stop light out 50% only

Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Pass 10 May 2016 19,808 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Fail 10 May 2016 19,808 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 17 Apr 2015 19,800 miles
Pass 10 May 2014 19,722 miles
Pass 4 May 2013 19,388 miles

Rear Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 5 May 2012 19,090 miles

Rear Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 5 May 2011 18,561 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2010 17,500 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2009 17,025 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2008 16,052 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2007 14,456 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2005

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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Y315 UGO is a 2001 Kawasaki ZX-12R in Black with a 1,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 Y315 UGO, 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 Y315 UGO registered?

Y315 UGO is a 2001 Kawasaki ZX-12R, first registered on 25 May 2001.

Is Y315 UGO safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y315 UGO shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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