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W134 SPE

2000 Kawasaki ZX-12R

Red Petrol 1199cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Jul 2027
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

26,447 mi
Last recorded26,447 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2026
Typical for 2000 Kawasaki ZX-12R21,502 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW134 SPE
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-12R
Year2000
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,199cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 29 Jul 2026 26,447 miles

1 of 2 rear position lights not working

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

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (1.1.12 (f) (i))

drive chain worn

Pass 25 Jun 2025 25,849 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2025 25,849 miles

Offside Front Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Pass 16 Jun 2023 25,775 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2022 25,687 miles

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Pass 6 Aug 2020 24,892 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2020 24,892 miles

Fork yoke insecure top yoke (2.2.2 (d) (i))

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 1 Aug 2019 24,786 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2018 24,677 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2017 23,793 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2017 23,793 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 6 Jun 2016 22,119 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2015 18,742 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2015 18,742 miles

Nearside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Pass 21 Jan 2014 16,166 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2012 12,087 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2011 10,274 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2009 9,951 miles

Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 1 Aug 2009 9,951 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2008 9,580 miles

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

Pass 1 Aug 2007 8,997 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2006 7,801 miles

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

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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W134 SPE is a 2000 Kawasaki ZX-12R in Red with a 1,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

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 W134 SPE, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was W134 SPE registered?

W134 SPE is a 2000 Kawasaki ZX-12R, first registered on 16 May 2000.

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