Kawasaki AR125 Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
Free Kawasaki AR125 car check
Is the Kawasaki AR125 reliable? We analysed 1,325 real MOT tests across 330 vehicles to find out.
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The Kawasaki AR125 is about average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include reflector on motorcycle missing, stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies and footrest missing. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Kawasaki AR125.
Kawasaki AR125 Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Kawasaki AR125. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Kawasaki AR125 MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Kawasaki AR125 to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Kawasaki AR125 Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Kawasaki AR125 fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Kawasaki AR125 Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Kawasaki AR125 owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Kawasaki AR125 MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Kawasaki AR125 year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1994 | 102 | 76.5% | 7,950 | 13,439 | 18,056 |
| 1992 | 79 | 82.3% | 8,133 | 12,662 | 15,706 |
| 1991 | 79 | 77.2% | 11,174 | 16,114 | 22,374 |
| 1990 | 215 | 74.0% | 12,465 | 19,575 | 28,166 |
| 1989 | 240 | 72.1% | 15,086 | 19,335 | 25,056 |
| 1988 | 173 | 69.9% | 15,638 | 19,548 | 26,279 |
| 1987 | 98 | 74.5% | 12,196 | 19,683 | 23,987 |
| 1986 | 111 | 75.7% | 10,772 | 13,480 | 19,144 |
How Long Does a Kawasaki AR125 Last?
Based on 330 Kawasaki AR125 vehicles on UK roads.
Kawasaki AR125 Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Kawasaki AR125 MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.
Best Year to Buy a Used Kawasaki AR125
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
82.3% MOT pass rate from 79 tests
69.9% MOT pass rate from 173 tests
The best year to buy a used Kawasaki AR125 is 1992, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 82.3% across 79 tests. The 1988 model year has the lowest pass rate at 69.9% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Kawasaki AR125 Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kawasaki AR125 THIS CAR | 74.0% | 1,325 | 18,056 mi | 40 yrs |
| Kawasaki ZX-6R | 81.7% | 204,826 | 19,965 mi | 31 yrs |
| Kawasaki ZX-9R | 83.7% | 103,150 | 22,736 mi | 32 yrs |
| Kawasaki ER5 | 81.2% | 65,763 | 22,023 mi | 30 yrs |
| Toyota RAV4 Business ED Tss D-4D 4X2 | 97.6% | 450 | 64,351 mi | — yrs |
Compared to the Kawasaki ZX-6R (81.7% pass rate) and the Kawasaki ZX-9R (83.7% pass rate), the Kawasaki AR125 trails behind on MOT reliability.
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Check a specific Kawasaki AR125Should you buy a used Kawasaki AR125?
The Kawasaki AR125 has an overall MOT pass rate of 74.0% across 1,325 real MOT tests — roughly in line with the UK average.
The most common problems on the Kawasaki AR125 are reflector on motorcycle missing (41 recorded failures), stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (33), and footrest missing (30). These are the faults most likely to cause an MOT failure on this model, so check for them carefully on any test drive or pre-purchase inspection. Many are wear-and-tear items that can be budgeted for, but a car that's already failing on multiple fronts may signal neglected maintenance.
A typical Kawasaki AR125 owner drives around 297 miles per year. If the car you're looking at is significantly above this, expect more wear on suspension, brakes and tyres. If it's well below, the vehicle may have been sitting unused — check for perished rubber, corroded discs and stale fluids.
In terms of longevity, most Kawasaki AR125 models stay on UK roads for around 40 years — a strong showing that suggests solid build quality and readily available parts. If you're buying one that's already approaching that window, the data suggests it has plenty of life left provided it's been maintained.
Before committing to a purchase, we recommend running a full vehicle history check on the specific car. This will reveal any outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies that the seller may not disclose — and that the MOT data alone can't tell you.