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Kawasaki Ex 300 Adf Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults

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Is the Kawasaki Ex 300 Adf reliable? We analysed 971 real MOT tests across 141 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 971 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
85.4%
Typical Mileage
8,223mi
Annual Mileage
792mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
14yrs

The Kawasaki Ex 300 Adf is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Kawasaki Ex 300 Adf.

Kawasaki Ex 300 Adf Number Plates

Number plates registered to a Kawasaki Ex 300 Adf. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.

Kawasaki Ex 300 Adf MOT Pass Rate by Year

How likely is a Kawasaki Ex 300 Adf to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.

85.3%
2013
82.2%
2012

Kawasaki Ex 300 Adf Problems — What Goes Wrong?

The most common reasons a Kawasaki Ex 300 Adf fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 5
Direction indicators not working 3

Kawasaki Ex 300 Adf Common Faults & Problems

These are the most common serious faults found on Kawasaki Ex 300 Adf models during MOT testing — flagged as dangerous or major failures that need immediate attention.

Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick 7
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 6

Kawasaki Ex 300 Adf Mileage — What's Normal?

How many miles does a typical Kawasaki Ex 300 Adf owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.

Low usage
193 mi/yr
Typical
792 mi/yr
Average
1,557 mi/yr
Heavy usage
2,054 mi/yr

Kawasaki Ex 300 Adf MOT Data by Registration Year

Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Kawasaki Ex 300 Adf year you're looking at.

Year Tests Pass Rate Low Mi. Typical Mi. High Mi.
2013 866 85.3% 3,634 7,987 13,842
2012 73 82.2% 6,855 10,138 15,074

How Long Does a Kawasaki Ex 300 Adf Last?

Based on 141 Kawasaki Ex 300 Adf vehicles on UK roads.

Average
8.9 years
Median
11.0 years
Estimated max lifespan
14 years

Kawasaki Ex 300 Adf Mileage Distribution

Total mileage recorded across all Kawasaki Ex 300 Adf MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.

Median
8,223 mi
75th Percentile
13,988 mi
95th Percentile
27,227 mi
Max Recorded
51,933 mi

Best Year to Buy a Used Kawasaki Ex 300 Adf

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

Best year
2013

85.3% MOT pass rate from 866 tests

Year to avoid
2012

82.2% MOT pass rate from 73 tests

The best year to buy a used Kawasaki Ex 300 Adf is 2013, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 85.3% across 866 tests. The 2012 model year has the lowest pass rate at 82.2% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.

How Does the Kawasaki Ex 300 Adf Compare?

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

Model Pass Rate Tests Typical Mileage Lifespan
Kawasaki Ex 300 Adf THIS CAR 85.4% 971 8,223 mi 14 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
Yamaha WR125X 73.4% 1,042 15,805 mi 17 yrs

Compared to the Kawasaki ZX-6R (81.7% pass rate) and the Kawasaki ZX-9R (83.7% pass rate), the Kawasaki Ex 300 Adf outperforms both on MOT reliability.

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Should you buy a used Kawasaki Ex 300 Adf?

The Kawasaki Ex 300 Adf has an overall MOT pass rate of 85.4% across 971 real MOT tests — comfortably above the UK average, which puts it among the more reliable models on UK roads.

The most common failure point is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm with 5 recorded occurrences. Check for this on any test drive or pre-purchase inspection.

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 Ex 300 Adf 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 Ex 300 Adf owner drives around 792 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 Ex 300 Adf models stay on UK roads for around 14 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.

Kawasaki Ex 300 Adf — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Kawasaki Ex 300 Adf reliable?
Based on 971 MOT tests, the Kawasaki Ex 300 Adf has a 85.4% pass rate — above the UK average, suggesting good reliability.
What are the common problems on a Kawasaki Ex 300 Adf?
The most common failure point is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm.
How many miles does a Kawasaki Ex 300 Adf do per year?
The typical Kawasaki Ex 300 Adf does around 792 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Kawasaki Ex 300 Adf last?
Most Kawasaki Ex 300 Adf models stay on UK roads for around 14 years based on our analysis of 141 vehicles.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Kawasaki Ex 300 Adf?
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 Ex 300 Adf?
Based on MOT pass rates, the best year to buy a used Kawasaki Ex 300 Adf is 2013 with a 85.3% pass rate across 866 tests.