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KM12 VNS

2012 Kawasaki ER6

Yellow Petrol 649cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Aug 2026
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

38,478 mi
Last recorded38,478 miles
Recorded on5 Aug 2025
Typical for 2012 Kawasaki ER612,868 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKM12 VNS
MakeKawasaki
ModelER6
Year2012
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine649cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Aug 2025 38,478 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 4 Jul 2024 34,885 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2023 33,510 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Fail 30 Jun 2023 33,510 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Steering linkage locking device ineffective Centre stop corroded. (2.1.3 (d))

Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Pass 19 Oct 2022 30,944 miles
Fail 19 Oct 2022 30,944 miles

Rear Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 20 Oct 2021 29,869 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 22 Dec 2018 29,691 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2017 25,568 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2016 19,856 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2015 15,017 miles

How Reliable is the Kawasaki ER6?

Based on 28,470 MOT tests across 2,580 vehicles.

85.9%
Pass Rate
979
Miles/Year
21
Year Lifespan
2,580
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 288
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 133
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 96
Drive chain excessively loose 96
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 91
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KM12 VNS is a 2012 Kawasaki ER6 in Yellow with a 649cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 2012 Kawasaki ER6 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.7% with a typical mileage of 12,868 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 ER6 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 288 recorded failures. If you're considering buying KM12 VNS, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki ER6 typically stays on UK roads for around 21 years. At 14 years old, this Kawasaki ER6 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was KM12 VNS registered?

KM12 VNS is a 2012 Kawasaki ER6, first registered on 8 June 2012.

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