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K12 NKM

2000 Kawasaki ZX-12R

Silver Petrol 1199cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Apr 2027
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

43,745 mi
Last recorded43,745 miles
Recorded on8 Apr 2026
Typical for 2000 Kawasaki ZX-12R21,502 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK12 NKM
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-12R
Year2000
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,199cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Apr 2026 43,745 miles

No front mudguard fitted at time of test

Pass 5 Jun 2023 43,468 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2022 43,050 miles

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

No front mudguard fitted at time of test

Fail 30 Jun 2022 43,050 miles

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

No front mudguard fitted at time of test

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

Pass 10 Aug 2020 42,706 miles

No front mudguard fitted at time of test

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

Fail 10 Aug 2020 42,706 miles

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

No front mudguard fitted at time of test

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

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

Pass 5 Jul 2019 42,045 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2017 40,213 miles

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

Pass 30 Aug 2016 39,632 miles

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

Pass 29 Aug 2015 38,036 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2014 35,799 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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K12 NKM is a 2000 Kawasaki ZX-12R in Silver with a 1,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 2000 Kawasaki ZX-12R models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.3% with a typical mileage of 21,502 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 K12 NKM, 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 26 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 K12 NKM registered?

K12 NKM is a 2000 Kawasaki ZX-12R, first registered on 14 November 2000.

Is K12 NKM safe to buy?

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