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WK12 XCJ

2012 Kawasaki Versys

Black Petrol 649cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Jul 2026
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

53,851 mi
Last recorded53,851 miles
Recorded on17 Jul 2025
Typical for 2012 Kawasaki Versys16,235 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWK12 XCJ
MakeKawasaki
ModelVersys
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine649cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Jul 2025 53,851 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

Pass 17 Jul 2024 43,858 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

Pass 20 Jul 2023 33,990 miles

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

Pass 15 Jul 2022 27,211 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2021 23,528 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2020 22,701 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 20 Mar 2019 22,357 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 10 Feb 2018 19,773 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 3 Mar 2017 14,402 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2016 12,269 miles

Centre Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Fail 23 Feb 2016 12,269 miles

Centre Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Centre Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 25 Feb 2015 8,507 miles
Fail 25 Feb 2015 8,507 miles

Centre Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Centre Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

How Reliable is the Kawasaki Versys?

Based on 2,109 MOT tests across 184 vehicles.

86.6%
Pass Rate
1,124
Miles/Year
20
Year Lifespan
184
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 30
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 7
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 6
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WK12 XCJ is a 2012 Kawasaki Versys in Black with a 649cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

Across all 2012 Kawasaki Versys models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.2% with a typical mileage of 16,235 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 Versys fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 30 recorded failures. If you're considering buying WK12 XCJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki Versys typically stays on UK roads for around 20 years. At 14 years old, this Kawasaki Versys is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was WK12 XCJ registered?

WK12 XCJ is a 2012 Kawasaki Versys, first registered on 24 March 2012.

Is WK12 XCJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for WK12 XCJ shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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