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W917 PRB

2000 Kawasaki ZX-12R

Red Petrol 1199cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Aug 2026
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

50,053 mi
Last recorded50,053 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2025
Typical for 2000 Kawasaki ZX-12R21,502 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW917 PRB
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-12R
Year2000
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,199cc
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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Aug 2025 50,053 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2024 49,093 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2023 48,425 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2022 46,764 miles
Pass 21 May 2021 45,222 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2020 44,359 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 25 Mar 2019 43,442 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2018 43,289 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2017 42,915 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2016 42,003 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2014 40,120 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 17 Aug 2013 39,667 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2012 39,028 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 4 Oct 2011 37,348 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2011 37,348 miles

Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instruction/s (4.1.2e)

Rear position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.3b)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Stop lamp affected by the operation of another lamp (1.3.2)

Pass 14 Aug 2010 33,523 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2009 26,128 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Fail 30 Jul 2009 26,072 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 10 Jul 2008 17,974 miles

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

front brake lever has minimum amount of reserve travel required

Pass 17 Jul 2007 12,378 miles
Pass 22 May 2006 12,016 miles
Fail 19 May 2006 12,016 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Front Floor brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.C2c)

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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W917 PRB 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 86.4%.

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 W917 PRB, 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 W917 PRB registered?

W917 PRB is a 2000 Kawasaki ZX-12R, first registered on 4 April 2000.

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The MOT history for W917 PRB shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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