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Y928 FEV

2001 Kawasaki ZX-12R

Black Petrol 1199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Dec 2023
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

40,188 mi
Last recorded40,188 miles
Recorded on13 Dec 2022
Typical for 2001 Kawasaki ZX-12R20,130 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY928 FEV
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-12R
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,199cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 13 Dec 2022 40,188 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2021 40,013 miles
Fail 17 Dec 2021 40,013 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 14 Oct 2020 36,968 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Rear swing-arm has been modified (stretched)

Pass 17 Oct 2019 34,069 miles

Bolt on swinging arm extensions may not be suitable for road use, & may cause handling problems.

Fail 11 Oct 2019 34,057 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motorcycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (8.1.1 (a))

Nearside Handlebar fouling on the fuel tank or bodywork on full lock (2.1.4 (b))

Offside Handlebar fouling on the fuel tank or bodywork on full lock (2.1.4 (b))

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

"spike" nuts attaching screen to fairing.

Bolt on swinging arm extensions may not be suitable for road use, & may cause handling problems.

Pass 12 Jul 2018 32,918 miles
Pass 16 May 2017 32,915 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Fail 10 May 2017 32,915 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level dangerously low (3.2.B1d)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 17 Mar 2016 31,403 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2015 29,736 miles

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

Pass 15 Apr 2015 29,736 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2014 26,481 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2013 25,729 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2012 25,334 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2011 24,734 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2011 24,723 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Headlamp incorrect colour (1.2.1)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Pass 12 Dec 2009 22,693 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2008 21,384 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2006 17,282 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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Y928 FEV is a 2001 Kawasaki ZX-12R in Black with a 1,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 Y928 FEV, 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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What year was Y928 FEV registered?

Y928 FEV is a 2001 Kawasaki ZX-12R, first registered on 5 March 2001.

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