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W228 XGP

2000 Kawasaki ZX-12R

Silver Petrol 1199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Apr 2026
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

23,356 mi
Last recorded23,356 miles
Recorded on10 Apr 2025
Typical for 2000 Kawasaki ZX-12R21,502 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW228 XGP
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-12R
Year2000
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,199cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Apr 2025 23,356 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2025 23,356 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 27 Jul 2023 22,490 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2022 21,359 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2021 21,221 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2020 20,874 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2019 20,542 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2018 19,745 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2017 18,871 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2016 18,573 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2013 18,365 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2012 18,051 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Aug 2010 17,923 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2009 15,778 miles
Pass 16 May 2008 14,564 miles
Pass 4 May 2007 12,178 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2006 6,420 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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W228 XGP is a 2000 Kawasaki ZX-12R in Silver with a 1,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 W228 XGP, 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 W228 XGP registered?

W228 XGP is a 2000 Kawasaki ZX-12R, first registered on 1 April 2000.

Is W228 XGP safe to buy?

The MOT history for W228 XGP shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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