Kawasaki Eliminator Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Kawasaki Eliminator reliable? We analysed 1,130 real MOT tests across 128 vehicles to find out.
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The Kawasaki Eliminator 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 exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Kawasaki Eliminator.
Kawasaki Eliminator Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Kawasaki Eliminator. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Kawasaki Eliminator MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Kawasaki Eliminator to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Kawasaki Eliminator Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Kawasaki Eliminator fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Kawasaki Eliminator Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Kawasaki Eliminator owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Kawasaki Eliminator MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Kawasaki Eliminator year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2005 | 61 | 80.3% | 8,025 | 12,093 | 14,945 |
| 1999 | 63 | 81.0% | 17,776 | 27,981 | 31,928 |
| 1998 | 77 | 81.8% | 17,044 | 21,200 | 31,656 |
| 1997 | 81 | 82.7% | 16,350 | 18,625 | 36,343 |
| 1996 | 176 | 81.8% | 13,166 | 21,475 | 29,758 |
| 1995 | 162 | 80.2% | 5,716 | 13,916 | 22,050 |
| 1986 | 87 | 77.0% | 6,694 | 20,795 | 30,930 |
| 1985 | 85 | 82.4% | 14,981 | 29,022 | 40,376 |
How Long Does a Kawasaki Eliminator Last?
Based on 128 Kawasaki Eliminator vehicles on UK roads.
Kawasaki Eliminator Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Kawasaki Eliminator 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 Eliminator
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
82.7% MOT pass rate from 81 tests
77.0% MOT pass rate from 87 tests
The best year to buy a used Kawasaki Eliminator is 1997, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 82.7% across 81 tests. The 1986 model year has the lowest pass rate at 77.0% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Kawasaki Eliminator Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kawasaki Eliminator THIS CAR | 80.6% | 1,130 | 17,352 mi | 41 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 Model T | 95.7% | 1,342 | 5,946 mi | 105 yrs |
Compared to the Kawasaki ZX-6R (81.7% pass rate) and the Kawasaki ZX-9R (83.7% pass rate), the Kawasaki Eliminator trails behind on MOT reliability.
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Check a specific Kawasaki EliminatorShould you buy a used Kawasaki Eliminator?
The Kawasaki Eliminator has an overall MOT pass rate of 80.6% across 1,130 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 Eliminator are roller brake test indicates a binding brake (16 recorded failures), shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (11), and exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (10). 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 Eliminator owner drives around 377 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 Eliminator models stay on UK roads for around 41 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.