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Y89 XBV

2001 Kawasaki ZX-12R

Green Petrol 1199cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Feb 2027
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

15,811 mi
Last recorded15,811 miles
Recorded on29 Jan 2026
Typical for 2001 Kawasaki ZX-12R20,130 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY89 XBV
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-12R
Year2001
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,199cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Jan 2026 15,811 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2025 14,381 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2024 12,128 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2023 9,398 miles

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

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

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 14 May 2022 7,589 miles
Fail 14 May 2022 7,589 miles

Front Wheel spindle or securing nut(s) so insecure that wheel security or steering control is adversely affected (5.2.1 (c) (ii))

Offside Handlebar grip insecure to handlebar (2.2.1 (d) (ii))

Pass 14 May 2021 5,571 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2020 5,210 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2019 4,708 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2018 4,191 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2017 4,001 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2016 3,185 miles
Pass 15 May 2015 3,178 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2013 3,077 miles

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

Pass 31 Jul 2012 3,077 miles

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

Pass 15 Dec 2010 2,585 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2009 2,578 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2008 2,572 miles
Pass 15 May 2007 2,197 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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Y89 XBV is a 2001 Kawasaki ZX-12R in Green with a 1,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 Y89 XBV, 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.

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Y89 XBV is a 2001 Kawasaki ZX-12R, first registered on 1 April 2001.

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