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HG12 ZWK

2012 Kawasaki Ex 250 Kaf

Green Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Jul 2026
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

17,016 mi
Last recorded17,016 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2025
Typical for 2012 Kawasaki Ex 250 Kaf8,460 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHG12 ZWK
MakeKawasaki
ModelEx 250 Kaf
Year2012
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 24 Jul 2025 17,016 miles

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

Rear reflector obviously incorrectly positioned (4.8.2 (a) (i))

Fail 24 Jul 2025 17,016 miles

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

Rear reflector obviously incorrectly positioned (4.8.2 (a) (i))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps Replaced bulb during test (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 24 Jul 2024 12,557 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2024 12,557 miles

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 Dec 2022 12,447 miles

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

Fail 6 Dec 2022 12,447 miles

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

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 8 Dec 2021 8,427 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2020 7,597 miles

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

Fail 17 Aug 2020 7,591 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working not flashing (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

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

Stop lamp not working doesn't operate when rear brake pedal pressed. (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Front front Tyre is starting to crack between treads

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 21 Jun 2019 6,719 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 7 Feb 2018 5,568 miles

Drive chain slightly tight tight spot (6.2.1d)

Fail 7 Feb 2018 5,568 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies when operating front brake (1.3.1a)

Drive chain slightly tight tight spot (6.2.1d)

Pass 6 Feb 2017 3,310 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2015 3,225 miles

How Reliable is the Kawasaki Ex 250 Kaf?

Based on 2,097 MOT tests across 261 vehicles.

81.2%
Pass Rate
698
Miles/Year
16
Year Lifespan
261
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 26
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 25
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 23
suspension movement is excessively stiff 18
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 15
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HG12 ZWK is a 2012 Kawasaki Ex 250 Kaf in Green with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

Across all 2012 Kawasaki Ex 250 Kaf models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.5% with a typical mileage of 8,460 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 Ex 250 Kaf fails its MOT is brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick, accounting for 26 recorded failures. If you're considering buying HG12 ZWK, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki Ex 250 Kaf typically stays on UK roads for around 16 years. At 14 years old, this Kawasaki Ex 250 Kaf is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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HG12 ZWK is a 2012 Kawasaki Ex 250 Kaf, first registered on 27 July 2012.

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