Kawasaki EX250 Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
Free Kawasaki EX250 car check
Is the Kawasaki EX250 reliable? We analysed 4,872 real MOT tests across 532 vehicles to find out.
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The Kawasaki EX250 is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include roller brake test indicates a binding brake, tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm and stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Kawasaki EX250.
Kawasaki EX250 Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Kawasaki EX250. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Kawasaki EX250 MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Kawasaki EX250 to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Kawasaki EX250 Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Kawasaki EX250 fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Kawasaki EX250 Common Faults & Problems
These are the most common serious faults found on Kawasaki EX250 models during MOT testing — flagged as dangerous or major failures that need immediate attention.
Kawasaki EX250 Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Kawasaki EX250 owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Kawasaki EX250 MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Kawasaki EX250 year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2012 | 142 | 83.8% | 5,002 | 9,174 | 15,864 |
| 2011 | 596 | 80.2% | 4,764 | 9,218 | 16,100 |
| 2010 | 1,024 | 80.3% | 5,350 | 9,522 | 15,495 |
| 2009 | 1,731 | 80.5% | 5,350 | 9,985 | 16,917 |
| 2008 | 1,068 | 83.5% | 5,978 | 11,355 | 17,721 |
| 1991 | 54 | 66.7% | 13,256 | 20,614 | 25,971 |
How Long Does a Kawasaki EX250 Last?
Based on 532 Kawasaki EX250 vehicles on UK roads.
Kawasaki EX250 Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Kawasaki EX250 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 EX250
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
83.8% MOT pass rate from 142 tests
66.7% MOT pass rate from 54 tests
The best year to buy a used Kawasaki EX250 is 2012, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 83.8% across 142 tests. The 1991 model year has the lowest pass rate at 66.7% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Kawasaki EX250 Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kawasaki EX250 THIS CAR | 81.0% | 4,872 | 10,329 mi | 18 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 |
| BMW 225XE M Sport Auto | 87.4% | 2,603 | 35,979 mi | — yrs |
Compared to the Kawasaki ZX-6R (81.7% pass rate) and the Kawasaki ZX-9R (83.7% pass rate), the Kawasaki EX250 trails behind on MOT reliability.
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Check a specific Kawasaki EX250Should you buy a used Kawasaki EX250?
The Kawasaki EX250 has an overall MOT pass rate of 81.0% across 4,872 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 EX250 are roller brake test indicates a binding brake (51 recorded failures), tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (50), and stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (49). 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.
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 EX250 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 EX250 owner drives around 699 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 EX250 models stay on UK roads for around 18 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.