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Y589 HWY

2001 Kawasaki ZX-12R

Red Petrol 1199cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 May 2027
Tests19 (13 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate68.4%

Mileage

15,719 mi
Last recorded15,719 miles
Recorded on4 May 2026
Typical for 2001 Kawasaki ZX-12R20,130 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY589 HWY
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-12R
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,199cc

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MOT History

13 pass 6 fail
Pass 4 May 2026 15,719 miles

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

front brake spongy

Pass 23 Jul 2021 15,704 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2020 15,602 miles
Pass 22 May 2019 15,441 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2016 15,362 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2016 15,362 miles

Rear Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Fail 13 May 2015 14,591 miles

Rear Floor brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.C2c)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 13 May 2015 14,591 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2013 14,582 miles

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

Fail 6 Jun 2012 14,472 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 6 Jun 2012 14,472 miles

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

Pass 15 Jul 2011 14,196 miles
Pass 10 May 2010 13,484 miles
Fail 7 May 2010 13,484 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 1 May 2009 12,475 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2009 12,468 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

Rear Hydraulic brake control feels spongy (3.1.4a)

Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.2.B3b)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 1 Mar 2008 11,447 miles

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

Pass 11 Aug 2006 9,279 miles

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

Steering movement slightly rough. (2.2.1a)

Fail 11 Aug 2006 9,279 miles

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

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

Steering movement slightly rough. (2.2.1a)

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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Y589 HWY is a 2001 Kawasaki ZX-12R in Red with a 1,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.4%.

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 Y589 HWY, 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 Y589 HWY registered?

Y589 HWY is a 2001 Kawasaki ZX-12R, first registered on 24 April 2001.

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The MOT history for Y589 HWY shows 19 tests with a 68.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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