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Y829 RTU

2001 Kawasaki ZX-12R

Blue Petrol 1199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jul 2025
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

38,076 mi
Last recorded38,076 miles
Recorded on4 Jul 2024
Typical for 2001 Kawasaki ZX-12R20,130 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY829 RTU
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-12R
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,199cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Jul 2024 38,076 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2020 38,041 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2018 38,033 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2017 37,952 miles

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

Pass 6 Oct 2016 37,902 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2015 36,852 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2014 35,731 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2013 34,589 miles
Fail 12 Oct 2012 34,006 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 12 Oct 2012 34,006 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2011 32,210 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2010 31,088 miles
Fail 3 Oct 2009 28,641 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 3 Oct 2009 28,641 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2008 25,601 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2007 21,483 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2006 16,124 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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Y829 RTU is a 2001 Kawasaki ZX-12R in Blue 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 Y829 RTU, 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 Y829 RTU registered?

Y829 RTU is a 2001 Kawasaki ZX-12R, first registered on 19 July 2001.

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The MOT history for Y829 RTU 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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