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RO61 RBV

2012 Kawasaki Z1000

Black Petrol 953cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Sep 2026
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

22,523 mi
Last recorded22,523 miles
Recorded on4 Sep 2025
Typical for 2012 Kawasaki Z100013,342 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRO61 RBV
MakeKawasaki
ModelZ1000
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine953cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Sep 2025 22,523 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2025 22,511 miles

Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

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

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

Pass 15 Jun 2024 21,565 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2023 20,044 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2022 15,269 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2021 9,732 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2020 9,101 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 12 Aug 2019 7,034 miles
Pass 10 May 2019 7,030 miles
Pass 11 May 2018 6,708 miles
Pass 12 May 2017 6,708 miles
Pass 14 May 2016 6,404 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2015 6,109 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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RO61 RBV is a 2012 Kawasaki Z1000 in Black with a 953cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 RO61 RBV, 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 RO61 RBV registered?

RO61 RBV is a 2012 Kawasaki Z1000, first registered on 17 January 2012.

Is RO61 RBV safe to buy?

The MOT history for RO61 RBV shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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