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W3 MEW

2000 Kawasaki ZX-12R

Orange Petrol 1199cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Jul 2027
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

9,290 mi
Last recorded9,290 miles
Recorded on22 Jul 2026
Typical for 2000 Kawasaki ZX-12R21,502 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW3 MEW
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-12R
Year2000
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,199cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Jul 2026 9,290 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2025 9,289 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2023 9,274 miles
Pass 2 May 2014 8,317 miles
Fail 2 May 2014 8,317 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Fail 28 Aug 2009 7,981 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Pass 28 Aug 2009 7,981 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 3 Jul 2008 7,615 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2007 7,279 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2006

Rear 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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W3 MEW is a 2000 Kawasaki ZX-12R in Orange with a 1,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 W3 MEW, 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 W3 MEW registered?

W3 MEW is a 2000 Kawasaki ZX-12R, first registered on 17 April 2000.

Is W3 MEW safe to buy?

The MOT history for W3 MEW shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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