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Y617 GCD

2001 Kawasaki ZX-12R

Silver Petrol 1199cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Jun 2027
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

18,646 mi
Last recorded18,646 miles
Recorded on9 Jun 2026
Typical for 2001 Kawasaki ZX-12R20,130 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY617 GCD
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-12R
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,199cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Jun 2026 18,646 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2022 18,639 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 18 Sep 2020 18,534 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2019 18,400 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2018 17,818 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2017 17,520 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2017 17,493 miles

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 6 Jun 2016 17,140 miles
Pass 16 May 2015 16,671 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2014 15,932 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2013 15,342 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2012 14,688 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Pass 18 Apr 2011 13,135 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 28 Apr 2010 12,213 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 1 Apr 2009 11,294 miles

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

Pass 5 Mar 2008 10,827 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2007 10,115 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2006 9,268 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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Y617 GCD is a 2001 Kawasaki ZX-12R in Silver with a 1,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 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 Y617 GCD, 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 Y617 GCD registered?

Y617 GCD is a 2001 Kawasaki ZX-12R, first registered on 1 March 2001.

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