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Y588 GNY

2001 Kawasaki ZX-12R

Silver Petrol 1199cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Sep 2027
Tests22 (21 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.5%

Mileage

29,189 mi
Last recorded29,189 miles
Recorded on24 Sep 2026
Typical for 2001 Kawasaki ZX-12R20,130 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY588 GNY
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-12R
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,199cc

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MOT History

21 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Sep 2026 29,189 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2025 29,080 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2024 28,879 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2024 28,879 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 13 Sep 2023 28,735 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2022 28,421 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2021 28,127 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2020 27,657 miles

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

Pass 24 Jul 2019 26,668 miles

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

Pass 27 Jul 2018 25,942 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2017 23,182 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2016 22,107 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2015 21,684 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2014 21,066 miles

Nail in rear tyre

Nearside Rear Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Pass 29 Jun 2013 20,116 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2012 19,413 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2011 17,980 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2010 17,704 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 11 Jun 2009 17,088 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 1 Jul 2008 15,715 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2007 14,706 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2006 13,570 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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Y588 GNY is a 2001 Kawasaki ZX-12R in Silver 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 Y588 GNY, 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 Y588 GNY registered?

Y588 GNY is a 2001 Kawasaki ZX-12R, first registered on 12 April 2001.

Is Y588 GNY safe to buy?

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