Kawasaki EX305-B5 Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
Free Kawasaki EX305-B5 car check
Is the Kawasaki EX305-B5 reliable? We analysed 745 real MOT tests across 128 vehicles to find out.
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The Kawasaki EX305-B5 is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies and tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Kawasaki EX305-B5.
Kawasaki EX305-B5 Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Kawasaki EX305-B5. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Kawasaki EX305-B5 MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Kawasaki EX305-B5 to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Kawasaki EX305-B5 Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Kawasaki EX305-B5 fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Kawasaki EX305-B5 Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Kawasaki EX305-B5 owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Kawasaki EX305-B5 MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Kawasaki EX305-B5 year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1991 | 204 | 77.9% | 18,726 | 23,640 | 27,671 |
| 1990 | 241 | 81.3% | 18,734 | 30,970 | 36,492 |
| 1989 | 133 | 80.5% | 19,507 | 25,102 | 33,514 |
| 1988 | 117 | 82.9% | 17,296 | 21,079 | 27,530 |
How Long Does a Kawasaki EX305-B5 Last?
Based on 128 Kawasaki EX305-B5 vehicles on UK roads.
Kawasaki EX305-B5 Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Kawasaki EX305-B5 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 EX305-B5
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
82.9% MOT pass rate from 117 tests
77.9% MOT pass rate from 204 tests
The best year to buy a used Kawasaki EX305-B5 is 1988, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 82.9% across 117 tests. The 1991 model year has the lowest pass rate at 77.9% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Kawasaki EX305-B5 Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kawasaki EX305-B5 THIS CAR | 80.8% | 745 | 25,610 mi | 38 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 |
| Lifan Lf 125-30 | 65.8% | 734 | 5,940 mi | 20 yrs |
Compared to the Kawasaki ZX-6R (81.7% pass rate) and the Kawasaki ZX-9R (83.7% pass rate), the Kawasaki EX305-B5 trails behind on MOT reliability.
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Check a specific Kawasaki EX305-B5Should you buy a used Kawasaki EX305-B5?
The Kawasaki EX305-B5 has an overall MOT pass rate of 80.8% across 745 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 EX305-B5 are shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (14 recorded failures), stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (10), and tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (8). 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 EX305-B5 owner drives around 408 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 EX305-B5 models stay on UK roads for around 38 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.