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W181 PLJ

2000 Kawasaki ZX1200-A1

Green Petrol 1199cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Nov 2026
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

40,178 mi
Last recorded40,178 miles
Recorded on22 Nov 2025
Typical for 2000 Kawasaki ZX1200-A118,334 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW181 PLJ
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX1200-A1
Year2000
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,199cc
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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Nov 2025 40,178 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2024 40,004 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2023 39,902 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2022 39,656 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2021 39,310 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2020 39,257 miles
Pass 10 May 2019 38,616 miles
Pass 11 May 2018 37,252 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2017 35,615 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2017 35,615 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 30 Mar 2016 34,867 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 9 Jul 2008 26,432 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2007 24,029 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2007 24,012 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Offside Handlebar deformed (2.1.1b)

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 10 May 2006 21,118 miles

How Reliable is the Kawasaki ZX1200-A1?

Based on 805 MOT tests across 123 vehicles.

88.0%
Pass Rate
645
Miles/Year
26
Year Lifespan
123
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 14
reflector on motorcycle missing 7
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 6
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 5
Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort 4
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W181 PLJ is a 2000 Kawasaki ZX1200-A1 in Green with a 1,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

Across all 2000 Kawasaki ZX1200-A1 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.7% with a typical mileage of 18,334 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 ZX1200-A1 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 14 recorded failures. If you're considering buying W181 PLJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki ZX1200-A1 typically stays on UK roads for around 26 years. At 26 years old, this Kawasaki ZX1200-A1 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was W181 PLJ registered?

W181 PLJ is a 2000 Kawasaki ZX1200-A1, first registered on 1 April 2000.

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