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MK12 ZYC

2012 Kawasaki EX250

Black Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Oct 2026
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

18,327 mi
Last recorded18,327 miles
Recorded on9 Oct 2025
Typical for 2012 Kawasaki EX2509,174 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMK12 ZYC
MakeKawasaki
ModelEX250
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Oct 2025 18,327 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2025 18,327 miles

Rear Brake pedal not releasing correctly and functionality of brakes affected (1.1.2 (b) (ii))

Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 19 Nov 2024 16,113 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2023 9,223 miles

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil Front right fork leg has slight misting of oil. (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Rear shock absorber has started to corrode, however not yet excessive.

Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 29 Apr 2021 7,565 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Road spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 26 Apr 2021 7,565 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Road spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 22 May 2020 6,411 miles

Offside Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Slight stiffness in rear suspension

Pass 21 May 2019 4,764 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2018 3,155 miles

Front Brake lever is damaged but the brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Fail 7 Mar 2018 3,155 miles

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

Front Brake lever is damaged but the brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 15 Feb 2017 1,205 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2016 1,074 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2015 1,002 miles

How Reliable is the Kawasaki EX250?

Based on 4,872 MOT tests across 532 vehicles.

81.0%
Pass Rate
699
Miles/Year
18
Year Lifespan
532
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 51
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 50
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 49
suspension movement is excessively stiff 48
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 47
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MK12 ZYC is a 2012 Kawasaki EX250 in Black with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

Across all 2012 Kawasaki EX250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.8% with a typical mileage of 9,174 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 EX250 fails its MOT is roller brake test indicates a binding brake, accounting for 51 recorded failures. If you're considering buying MK12 ZYC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki EX250 typically stays on UK roads for around 18 years. At 14 years old, this Kawasaki EX250 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was MK12 ZYC registered?

MK12 ZYC is a 2012 Kawasaki EX250, first registered on 13 March 2012.

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