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Y805 XEF

2001 Kawasaki ZX-12R

Silver Petrol 1199cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Mar 2027
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

10,446 mi
Last recorded10,446 miles
Recorded on14 Mar 2026
Typical for 2001 Kawasaki ZX-12R20,130 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY805 XEF
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-12R
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,199cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Mar 2026 10,446 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2025 8,214 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2023 7,197 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))

Fail 29 Nov 2023 7,197 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))

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 2 Aug 2018 7,177 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2018 7,177 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 13 Aug 2016 7,124 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2015 7,048 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2014 6,951 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2013 6,884 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Pass 31 Jul 2012 6,650 miles
Pass 11 May 2011 6,526 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2010 6,365 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2009 6,289 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2008 6,009 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2007 5,427 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2006 4,762 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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Y805 XEF is a 2001 Kawasaki ZX-12R in Silver with a 1,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 Y805 XEF, 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 Y805 XEF registered?

Y805 XEF is a 2001 Kawasaki ZX-12R, first registered on 31 May 2001.

Is Y805 XEF safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y805 XEF shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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