Kawasaki Er Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Kawasaki Er reliable? We analysed 10,397 real MOT tests across 1,579 vehicles to find out.
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The Kawasaki Er is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Kawasaki Er.
Kawasaki Er Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Kawasaki Er. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Kawasaki Er MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Kawasaki Er to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Kawasaki Er Common Faults & Problems
These are the most common serious faults found on Kawasaki Er models during MOT testing — flagged as dangerous or major failures that need immediate attention.
Kawasaki Er Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Kawasaki Er owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Kawasaki Er MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Kawasaki Er year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 | 90 | 91.1% | 3,142 | 6,138 | 9,119 |
| 2017 | 399 | 85.2% | 3,624 | 7,158 | 12,197 |
| 2016 | 3,018 | 88.2% | 5,647 | 10,537 | 17,984 |
| 2015 | 3,003 | 88.0% | 5,988 | 10,657 | 18,622 |
| 2014 | 2,782 | 88.0% | 5,999 | 10,861 | 18,458 |
| 2013 | 405 | 86.9% | 5,692 | 9,962 | 15,552 |
| 2012 | 54 | 83.3% | 8,082 | 11,900 | 15,611 |
| 2011 | 54 | 83.3% | 8,337 | 13,298 | 17,902 |
| 2010 | 65 | 87.7% | 3,512 | 5,164 | 8,844 |
| 2008 | 138 | 82.6% | 8,016 | 13,340 | 20,506 |
| 2007 | 114 | 81.6% | 6,315 | 13,015 | 22,745 |
| 2006 | 70 | 88.6% | 12,956 | 19,789 | 25,003 |
How Long Does a Kawasaki Er Last?
Based on 1,579 Kawasaki Er vehicles on UK roads.
Kawasaki Er Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Kawasaki Er 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 Er
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
91.1% MOT pass rate from 90 tests
81.6% MOT pass rate from 114 tests
The best year to buy a used Kawasaki Er is 2018, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 91.1% across 90 tests. The 2007 model year has the lowest pass rate at 81.6% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Kawasaki Er Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kawasaki Er THIS CAR | 87.7% | 10,397 | 10,651 mi | 13 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 |
| Bsa B40 | 91.6% | 3,385 | 8,040 mi | 65 yrs |
Compared to the Kawasaki ZX-6R (81.7% pass rate) and the Kawasaki ZX-9R (83.7% pass rate), the Kawasaki Er outperforms both on MOT reliability.
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Check a specific Kawasaki ErShould you buy a used Kawasaki Er?
The Kawasaki Er has an overall MOT pass rate of 87.7% across 10,397 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 Er 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 Er owner drives around 953 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 Er models stay on UK roads for around 13 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.