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Kawasaki Bx 125 Akf Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults

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Is the Kawasaki Bx 125 Akf reliable? We analysed 391 real MOT tests across 127 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 391 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
77.7%
Typical Mileage
7,982mi
Annual Mileage
1,436mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
yrs

The Kawasaki Bx 125 Akf is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Kawasaki Bx 125 Akf.

Kawasaki Bx 125 Akf Number Plates

Number plates registered to a Kawasaki Bx 125 Akf. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.

Kawasaki Bx 125 Akf MOT Pass Rate by Year

How likely is a Kawasaki Bx 125 Akf to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.

77.1%
2020
77.4%
2019

Kawasaki Bx 125 Akf Common Faults & Problems

These are the most common serious faults found on Kawasaki Bx 125 Akf models during MOT testing — flagged as dangerous or major failures that need immediate attention.

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 9
Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick 7
Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls 4

Kawasaki Bx 125 Akf Mileage — What's Normal?

How many miles does a typical Kawasaki Bx 125 Akf owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.

Low usage
545 mi/yr
Typical
1,436 mi/yr
Average
2,304 mi/yr
Heavy usage
3,121 mi/yr

Kawasaki Bx 125 Akf MOT Data by Registration Year

Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Kawasaki Bx 125 Akf year you're looking at.

Year Tests Pass Rate Low Mi. Typical Mi. High Mi.
2020 218 77.1% 4,546 7,318 12,485
2019 137 77.4% 3,783 8,373 14,086

How Long Does a Kawasaki Bx 125 Akf Last?

Based on 127 Kawasaki Bx 125 Akf vehicles on UK roads.

Average
4.4 years
Median
4.0 years

Kawasaki Bx 125 Akf Mileage Distribution

Total mileage recorded across all Kawasaki Bx 125 Akf MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.

Median
7,982 mi
75th Percentile
12,992 mi
95th Percentile
23,316 mi
Max Recorded
64,147 mi

Best Year to Buy a Used Kawasaki Bx 125 Akf

Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.

Best year
2019

77.4% MOT pass rate from 137 tests

Year to avoid
2020

77.1% MOT pass rate from 218 tests

The best year to buy a used Kawasaki Bx 125 Akf is 2019, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 77.4% across 137 tests. The 2020 model year has the lowest pass rate at 77.1% — 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 125 Akf Compare?

MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.

Model Pass Rate Tests Typical Mileage Lifespan
Kawasaki Bx 125 Akf THIS CAR 77.7% 391 7,982 mi — 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
Mazda CX-30 GT Sport MHEV 4X4 Auto 93.2% 515 24,269 mi — yrs

Compared to the Kawasaki ZX-6R (81.7% pass rate) and the Kawasaki ZX-9R (83.7% pass rate), the Kawasaki Bx 125 Akf trails behind on MOT reliability.

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Should you buy a used Kawasaki Bx 125 Akf?

The Kawasaki Bx 125 Akf has an overall MOT pass rate of 77.7% across 391 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 tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm. Dangerous faults cause an immediate MOT failure and mean the vehicle is not roadworthy until repaired. If you're viewing a Kawasaki Bx 125 Akf 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 125 Akf owner drives around 1,436 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.

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.

Kawasaki Bx 125 Akf — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Kawasaki Bx 125 Akf reliable?
Based on 391 MOT tests, the Kawasaki Bx 125 Akf has a 77.7% pass rate — above the UK average, suggesting good reliability.
What are the common problems on a Kawasaki Bx 125 Akf?
The most common failure point is general wear and tear.
How many miles does a Kawasaki Bx 125 Akf do per year?
The typical Kawasaki Bx 125 Akf does around 1,436 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Kawasaki Bx 125 Akf last?
Lifespan data is not yet available for this model.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Kawasaki Bx 125 Akf?
Yes. An MOT pass rate tells you about the model in general, but a vehicle history check reveals the specific car's finance, stolen, write-off and mileage history — things the seller may not disclose.
What is the best year to buy a Kawasaki Bx 125 Akf?
Based on MOT pass rates, the best year to buy a used Kawasaki Bx 125 Akf is 2019 with a 77.4% pass rate across 137 tests.