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Y851 HWB

2001 Kawasaki ZX-12R

Red Petrol 1199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jul 2026
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

16,373 mi
Last recorded16,373 miles
Recorded on22 Jul 2025
Typical for 2001 Kawasaki ZX-12R20,130 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY851 HWB
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-12R
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,199cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Jul 2025 16,373 miles

Rear Inner Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Fail 22 Jul 2025 16,373 miles

Rear Inner Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Stop lamp not working From front control (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 15 Jul 2024 16,337 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2023 16,267 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2023 16,267 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 27 Nov 2021 16,264 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2020 16,240 miles
Pass 10 May 2019 16,234 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2018 16,187 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2017 16,064 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2016 16,014 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2015 15,795 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2014 14,974 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2013 12,966 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2011 12,571 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2010 12,418 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2008 11,574 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2007 10,269 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2006 8,970 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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Y851 HWB is a 2001 Kawasaki ZX-12R in Red with a 1,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 Y851 HWB, 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 Y851 HWB registered?

Y851 HWB is a 2001 Kawasaki ZX-12R, first registered on 25 July 2001.

Is Y851 HWB safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y851 HWB shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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