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Y399 NLO

2001 Kawasaki ZX-12R

Red Petrol 1199cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Apr 2027
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

36,564 mi
Last recorded36,564 miles
Recorded on20 Apr 2026
Typical for 2001 Kawasaki ZX-12R20,130 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY399 NLO
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-12R
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,199cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 20 Apr 2026 36,564 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2026 36,564 miles

Nearside Rear Steering linkage locking device ineffective (2.1.3 (d))

Offside Rear Steering linkage locking device ineffective (2.1.3 (d))

Pass 7 Apr 2025 36,240 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2024 35,989 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2024 35,979 miles

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 22 Jan 2020 34,750 miles

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

Pass 19 Feb 2019 33,660 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 15 Feb 2019 33,650 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 8 Apr 2017 32,373 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2016 31,890 miles

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

Fail 10 Mar 2016 31,880 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Jul 2014 31,567 miles
Pass 3 May 2013 29,825 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2010 26,988 miles

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

Pass 5 Oct 2009 24,273 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2009 24,273 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Front Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

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

Pass 22 Apr 2008 20,705 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2007 20,058 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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Y399 NLO is a 2001 Kawasaki ZX-12R in Red with a 1,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 Y399 NLO, 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 Y399 NLO registered?

Y399 NLO is a 2001 Kawasaki ZX-12R, first registered on 25 May 2001.

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