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Y461 NLY

2001 Kawasaki ZX-12R

Blue Petrol 1199cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Oct 2027
Tests22 (21 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.5%

Mileage

41,160 mi
Last recorded41,160 miles
Recorded on23 Sep 2026
Typical for 2001 Kawasaki ZX-12R20,130 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY461 NLY
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-12R
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,199cc

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MOT History

21 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Sep 2026 41,160 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2025 40,329 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2024 39,011 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2023 37,735 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2022 36,719 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2021 35,967 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2020 34,901 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2019 33,951 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2018 31,893 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2018 31,893 miles

Rear Lower Suspension attachment bracket/mounting insecure (5.3.3 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Aug 2017 30,283 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2016 28,790 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2015 27,431 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2014 26,537 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2013 25,016 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2012 23,985 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2011 22,757 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2010 21,091 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2009 18,302 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2008 15,214 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2007 10,441 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2006 8,549 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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Y461 NLY is a 2001 Kawasaki ZX-12R in Blue with a 1,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.5%.

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 Y461 NLY, 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 Y461 NLY registered?

Y461 NLY is a 2001 Kawasaki ZX-12R, first registered on 1 July 2001.

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The MOT history for Y461 NLY shows 22 tests with a 95.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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