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SG12 JZW

2012 Kymco Downtown

White Petrol 299cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Aug 2026
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

4,291 mi
Last recorded4,291 miles
Recorded on30 Jul 2025
Typical for 2012 Kymco Downtown12,372 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSG12 JZW
MakeKymco
ModelDowntown
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine299cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Jul 2025 4,291 miles

Lower Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 2 Aug 2024 6,712 miles

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

lower center of motorcycle is corroded underneath, structural rigidity is not reduced

Pass 17 Aug 2023 3,979 miles

Central Lower Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 15 Aug 2023 3,969 miles

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

Central Lower Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 31 May 2018 5,792 miles
Fail 31 May 2018 5,792 miles

Nearside Handlebar grip insecure to handlebar (2.2.1 (d) (ii))

Pass 2 Jun 2016 2,957 miles

How Reliable is the Kymco Downtown?

Based on 1,752 MOT tests across 253 vehicles.

83.8%
Pass Rate
1,499
Miles/Year
16
Year Lifespan
253
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 18
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 15
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 14
Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised 12
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SG12 JZW is a 2012 Kymco Downtown in White with a 299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 2012 Kymco Downtown models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.3% with a typical mileage of 12,372 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 Kymco Downtown fails its MOT is brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick, accounting for 18 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SG12 JZW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

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What year was SG12 JZW registered?

SG12 JZW is a 2012 Kymco Downtown, first registered on 1 June 2012.

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