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Y356 NRK

2001 Kawasaki ZX-12R

Grey Petrol 1199cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Mar 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

20,431 mi
Last recorded20,431 miles
Recorded on3 Mar 2026
Typical for 2001 Kawasaki ZX-12R20,130 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY356 NRK
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-12R
Year2001
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,199cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Mar 2026 20,431 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 16 Aug 2023 20,397 miles

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

Pass 7 Mar 2022 20,027 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 15 Sep 2020 18,968 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2020 18,968 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 23 Aug 2019 16,675 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 4 Oct 2016 16,340 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2015 15,960 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 1 Oct 2015 15,960 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 27 Jun 2014 15,486 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2013 11,053 miles

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)

Pass 19 May 2012 9,205 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2011 9,065 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2010 8,623 miles

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

Pass 17 Sep 2009 7,557 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2008 6,055 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2007 5,108 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2006 4,993 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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Y356 NRK is a 2001 Kawasaki ZX-12R in Grey with a 1,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 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 Y356 NRK, 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 Y356 NRK registered?

Y356 NRK is a 2001 Kawasaki ZX-12R, first registered on 3 August 2001.

Is Y356 NRK safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y356 NRK shows 18 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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