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W281 YKM

2000 Kawasaki ZX-12R

Silver Petrol 1199cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Dec 2026
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

21,334 mi
Last recorded21,334 miles
Recorded on3 Dec 2025
Typical for 2000 Kawasaki ZX-12R21,502 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW281 YKM
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-12R
Year2000
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,199cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Dec 2025 21,334 miles
Pass 30 May 2024 20,980 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2023 20,894 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2021 20,852 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2020 20,609 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2019 20,283 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2018 20,115 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2017 19,915 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2016 19,844 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2015 19,699 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2014 19,597 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2013 19,567 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2012 19,430 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2011 18,989 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2010 18,473 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2009 17,655 miles

front wheel brake performance indicates slight fluctuation

front wheel has slight brake bind

Pass 11 Aug 2008 16,323 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2008 16,308 miles

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

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

Pass 13 Oct 2006 13,331 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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W281 YKM is a 2000 Kawasaki ZX-12R in Silver with a 1,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 W281 YKM, 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 W281 YKM registered?

W281 YKM is a 2000 Kawasaki ZX-12R, first registered on 31 March 2000.

Is W281 YKM safe to buy?

The MOT history for W281 YKM shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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