Kawasaki BN125A3 Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
Free Kawasaki BN125A3 car check
Is the Kawasaki BN125A3 reliable? We analysed 1,260 real MOT tests across 149 vehicles to find out.
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The Kawasaki BN125A3 is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include roller brake test indicates a binding brake, shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil and drive chain excessively loose. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Kawasaki BN125A3.
Kawasaki BN125A3 Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Kawasaki BN125A3. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Kawasaki BN125A3 MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Kawasaki BN125A3 to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Kawasaki BN125A3 Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Kawasaki BN125A3 fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Kawasaki BN125A3 Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Kawasaki BN125A3 owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Kawasaki BN125A3 MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Kawasaki BN125A3 year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2002 | 50 | 80.0% | 2,613 | 6,651 | 10,334 |
| 2001 | 666 | 77.0% | 6,608 | 10,969 | 16,925 |
| 2000 | 501 | 74.9% | 7,297 | 11,310 | 15,744 |
How Long Does a Kawasaki BN125A3 Last?
Based on 149 Kawasaki BN125A3 vehicles on UK roads.
Kawasaki BN125A3 Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Kawasaki BN125A3 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 BN125A3
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
80.0% MOT pass rate from 50 tests
74.9% MOT pass rate from 501 tests
The best year to buy a used Kawasaki BN125A3 is 2002, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 80.0% across 50 tests. The 2000 model year has the lowest pass rate at 74.9% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Kawasaki BN125A3 Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kawasaki BN125A3 THIS CAR | 76.5% | 1,260 | 10,914 mi | 26 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 |
| Dodge (usa) Journey Sxt Crd | 70.4% | 2,196 | 81,040 mi | 18 yrs |
Compared to the Kawasaki ZX-6R (81.7% pass rate) and the Kawasaki ZX-9R (83.7% pass rate), the Kawasaki BN125A3 trails behind on MOT reliability.
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Check a specific Kawasaki BN125A3Should you buy a used Kawasaki BN125A3?
The Kawasaki BN125A3 has an overall MOT pass rate of 76.5% across 1,260 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 BN125A3 are roller brake test indicates a binding brake (35 recorded failures), shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (30), and drive chain excessively loose (29). 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 BN125A3 owner drives around 637 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 BN125A3 models stay on UK roads for around 26 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.