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Y721 PDG

2001 Kawasaki ZX-12R

Green Petrol 1199cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Jul 2027
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

24,757 mi
Last recorded24,757 miles
Recorded on1 Aug 2026
Typical for 2001 Kawasaki ZX-12R20,130 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY721 PDG
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-12R
Year2001
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,199cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Aug 2026 24,757 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2025 22,874 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2025 22,874 miles

Offside Front Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls (4.3.2 (a) (iii))

Pass 26 Jul 2024 22,737 miles

Central Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2.mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 30 Jun 2023 22,661 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2022 22,417 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2021 22,249 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2020 21,977 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2019 21,792 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2018 21,545 miles
Pass 19 May 2016 21,088 miles

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

Pass 12 May 2015 21,013 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2014 20,690 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2013 20,408 miles

Offside Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 25 May 2012 20,264 miles

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

Pass 17 May 2011 19,768 miles

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

Fail 17 May 2011 19,768 miles

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

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

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

Pass 30 Apr 2010 19,251 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 24 Feb 2009 18,160 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2008 16,067 miles
Fail 29 Feb 2008 16,062 miles

Nearside Rear Footrest missing (6.2.1a)

Nearside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 20 Feb 2007 12,567 miles

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

Pass 18 Jan 2006 7,726 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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Y721 PDG is a 2001 Kawasaki ZX-12R in Green with a 1,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

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 Y721 PDG, 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 Y721 PDG registered?

Y721 PDG is a 2001 Kawasaki ZX-12R, first registered on 31 December 2001.

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The MOT history for Y721 PDG shows 23 tests with a 87% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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