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YG12 RUJ

2012 Kawasaki Versys

Black Petrol 650cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Jul 2026
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

15,484 mi
Last recorded15,484 miles
Recorded on15 Jul 2025
Typical for 2012 Kawasaki Versys16,235 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYG12 RUJ
MakeKawasaki
ModelVersys
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine650cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Jul 2025 15,484 miles

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

Pass 30 May 2024 15,239 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2022 15,103 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Mar 2021 14,576 miles

Drive chain slightly loose worn - advise replace with sprockets asap (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

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

Fail 19 Mar 2021 14,555 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

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

Pass 21 Mar 2020 14,128 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 29 Jan 2019 12,764 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2018 10,004 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2016 9,179 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2015 6,685 miles

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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YG12 RUJ is a 2012 Kawasaki Versys in Black with a 650cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 YG12 RUJ, 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 YG12 RUJ registered?

YG12 RUJ is a 2012 Kawasaki Versys, first registered on 9 March 2012.

Is YG12 RUJ safe to buy?

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