Kawasaki Bx Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Kawasaki Bx reliable? We analysed 945 real MOT tests across 195 vehicles to find out.
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The Kawasaki Bx is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Kawasaki Bx.
Kawasaki Bx Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Kawasaki Bx. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Kawasaki Bx MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Kawasaki Bx to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Kawasaki Bx Common Faults & Problems
These are the most common serious faults found on Kawasaki Bx models during MOT testing — flagged as dangerous or major failures that need immediate attention.
Kawasaki Bx Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Kawasaki Bx owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Kawasaki Bx MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Kawasaki Bx year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 | 180 | 90.6% | 2,469 | 5,628 | 9,860 |
| 2017 | 87 | 85.1% | 2,995 | 5,200 | 12,857 |
| 2016 | 538 | 89.4% | 2,269 | 4,515 | 8,231 |
| 2015 | 124 | 91.1% | 2,114 | 4,145 | 8,329 |
How Long Does a Kawasaki Bx Last?
Based on 195 Kawasaki Bx vehicles on UK roads.
Kawasaki Bx Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Kawasaki Bx 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 Bx
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
91.1% MOT pass rate from 124 tests
85.1% MOT pass rate from 87 tests
The best year to buy a used Kawasaki Bx is 2015, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 91.1% across 124 tests. The 2017 model year has the lowest pass rate at 85.1% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Kawasaki Bx Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kawasaki Bx THIS CAR | 89.5% | 945 | 4,558 mi | 11 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 |
| Sym Euro Mx | 77.6% | 843 | 17,022 mi | 23 yrs |
Compared to the Kawasaki ZX-6R (81.7% pass rate) and the Kawasaki ZX-9R (83.7% pass rate), the Kawasaki Bx outperforms both on MOT reliability.
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Check a specific Kawasaki BxShould you buy a used Kawasaki Bx?
The Kawasaki Bx has an overall MOT pass rate of 89.5% across 945 real MOT tests — comfortably above the UK average, which puts it among the more reliable models on UK roads.
On the safety side, the most frequently flagged dangerous fault is brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick. Dangerous faults cause an immediate MOT failure and mean the vehicle is not roadworthy until repaired. If you're viewing a Kawasaki Bx with an expired or recently passed MOT, ask the seller whether any dangerous faults were found and fixed during the last test.
A typical Kawasaki Bx owner drives around 691 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 Bx models stay on UK roads for around 11 years. 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.