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Y445 VMW

2001 Kawasaki ZX-12R

Blue Petrol 1199cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Jul 2027
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

11,754 mi
Last recorded11,754 miles
Recorded on25 Jul 2026
Typical for 2001 Kawasaki ZX-12R20,130 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY445 VMW
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-12R
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,199cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Jul 2026 11,754 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Pass 31 May 2025 11,693 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Pass 22 Mar 2024 11,358 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2023 11,101 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2022 10,942 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

riding controls catch fairing on full lock

Pass 3 Oct 2020 9,929 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2019 9,852 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2018 9,848 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2016 9,616 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2015 9,492 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2014 9,469 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2013 9,401 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2012 8,981 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2011 8,603 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2009 13,073 miles

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

Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Fail 29 Nov 2006 9,112 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 29 Nov 2006 9,112 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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Y445 VMW is a 2001 Kawasaki ZX-12R in Blue with a 1,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 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 Y445 VMW, 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 Y445 VMW registered?

Y445 VMW is a 2001 Kawasaki ZX-12R, first registered on 14 June 2001.

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