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Y661 GUF

2001 Kawasaki ZX1200-A1

Green Petrol 1191cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Aug 2026
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

23,575 mi
Last recorded23,575 miles
Recorded on29 Aug 2025
Typical for 2001 Kawasaki ZX1200-A117,581 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY661 GUF
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX1200-A1
Year2001
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,191cc
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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Aug 2025 23,575 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2024 23,544 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2023 23,509 miles

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 24 Aug 2022 23,397 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2021 23,394 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2020 23,382 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2019 23,306 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Fail 16 Mar 2019 23,286 miles

Rear All direction indicators obviously incorrectly positioned (4.4.3 (a))

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 17 Mar 2018 23,236 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2017 22,965 miles
Pass 9 May 2015 22,202 miles
Pass 23 May 2014 21,436 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 22 May 2013 205,114 miles
Pass 19 May 2012 19,671 miles
Fail 19 May 2012 19,671 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 14 May 2011 19,027 miles
Pass 8 May 2010 17,109 miles
Fail 8 May 2010 17,109 miles

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

Pass 16 May 2009 14,660 miles
Pass 10 May 2008 14,144 miles

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

Pass 19 May 2007 13,130 miles
Pass 13 May 2006 1,184 miles

How Reliable is the Kawasaki ZX1200-A1?

Based on 805 MOT tests across 123 vehicles.

88.0%
Pass Rate
645
Miles/Year
26
Year Lifespan
123
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 14
reflector on motorcycle missing 7
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 6
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 5
Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort 4
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Y661 GUF is a 2001 Kawasaki ZX1200-A1 in Green with a 1,191cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

Across all 2001 Kawasaki ZX1200-A1 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.9% with a typical mileage of 17,581 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 ZX1200-A1 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 14 recorded failures. If you're considering buying Y661 GUF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki ZX1200-A1 typically stays on UK roads for around 26 years. At 25 years old, this Kawasaki ZX1200-A1 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was Y661 GUF registered?

Y661 GUF is a 2001 Kawasaki ZX1200-A1, first registered on 9 May 2001.

Is Y661 GUF safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y661 GUF shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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