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GV12 HVP

2012 Kawasaki Z1000

Orange Petrol 953cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Jun 2027
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

16,295 mi
Last recorded16,295 miles
Recorded on28 May 2026
Typical for 2012 Kawasaki Z100013,342 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Kawasaki
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGV12 HVP
MakeKawasaki
ModelZ1000
Year2012
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine953cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 May 2026 16,295 miles

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

Fail 28 May 2026 16,295 miles

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

Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 4 Jun 2025 14,296 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

Fail 4 Jun 2025 14,296 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 31 May 2024 11,517 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 18 May 2023 8,557 miles

Rear Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 21 May 2022 6,055 miles
Pass 4 May 2017 5,033 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 4 Jul 2015 3,717 miles

How Reliable is the Kawasaki Z1000?

Based on 26,900 MOT tests across 3,148 vehicles.

86.6%
Pass Rate
630
Miles/Year
49
Year Lifespan
3,148
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

reflector on motorcycle missing 213
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 202
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 96
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 87
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 79
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GV12 HVP is a 2012 Kawasaki Z1000 in Orange with a 953cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 2012 Kawasaki Z1000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 91.5% with a typical mileage of 13,342 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 Z1000 fails its MOT is reflector on motorcycle missing, accounting for 213 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GV12 HVP, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki Z1000 typically stays on UK roads for around 49 years. At 14 years old, this Kawasaki Z1000 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was GV12 HVP registered?

GV12 HVP is a 2012 Kawasaki Z1000, first registered on 3 July 2012.

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The MOT history for GV12 HVP shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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