Kawasaki Bn 125 A7F Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Kawasaki Bn 125 A7F reliable? We analysed 1,579 real MOT tests across 182 vehicles to find out.
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The Kawasaki Bn 125 A7F is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include roller brake test indicates a binding brake, drive chain excessively loose and stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Kawasaki Bn 125 A7F.
Kawasaki Bn 125 A7F Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Kawasaki Bn 125 A7F. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Kawasaki Bn 125 A7F MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Kawasaki Bn 125 A7F to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Kawasaki Bn 125 A7F Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Kawasaki Bn 125 A7F fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Kawasaki Bn 125 A7F Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Kawasaki Bn 125 A7F owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Kawasaki Bn 125 A7F MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Kawasaki Bn 125 A7F year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 228 | 76.3% | 6,126 | 9,317 | 13,754 |
| 2007 | 1,297 | 80.5% | 4,519 | 7,829 | 12,333 |
How Long Does a Kawasaki Bn 125 A7F Last?
Based on 182 Kawasaki Bn 125 A7F vehicles on UK roads.
Kawasaki Bn 125 A7F Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Kawasaki Bn 125 A7F 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 Bn 125 A7F
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
80.5% MOT pass rate from 1,297 tests
76.3% MOT pass rate from 228 tests
The best year to buy a used Kawasaki Bn 125 A7F is 2007, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 80.5% across 1,297 tests. The 2008 model year has the lowest pass rate at 76.3% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Kawasaki Bn 125 A7F Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kawasaki Bn 125 A7F THIS CAR | 80.1% | 1,579 | 8,008 mi | 19 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 |
| Ford Tourneo Custom 320TI X Eblue A | 86% | 1,278 | 51,159 mi | — yrs |
Compared to the Kawasaki ZX-6R (81.7% pass rate) and the Kawasaki ZX-9R (83.7% pass rate), the Kawasaki Bn 125 A7F trails behind on MOT reliability.
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The Kawasaki Bn 125 A7F has an overall MOT pass rate of 80.1% across 1,579 real MOT tests — comfortably above the UK average, which puts it among the more reliable models on UK roads.
The most common problems on the Kawasaki Bn 125 A7F are roller brake test indicates a binding brake (31 recorded failures), drive chain excessively loose (22), and stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (19). 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 Bn 125 A7F owner drives around 748 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 Bn 125 A7F models stay on UK roads for around 19 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.