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W171 PLJ

2000 Kawasaki ZX-12R

Green Petrol 1199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Aug 2012
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

18,300 mi
Last recorded18,300 miles
Recorded on10 Aug 2011
Typical for 2000 Kawasaki ZX-12R21,502 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW171 PLJ
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-12R
Year2000
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,199cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Aug 2011 18,300 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2010 17,325 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2009 16,729 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2008 15,692 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Sep 2007 14,381 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2007 14,381 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

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

Pass 15 Mar 2007 12,290 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2006 10,142 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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W171 PLJ is a 2000 Kawasaki ZX-12R in Green with a 1,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 W171 PLJ, 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 W171 PLJ registered?

W171 PLJ is a 2000 Kawasaki ZX-12R, first registered on 7 April 2000.

Is W171 PLJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for W171 PLJ shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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