Kawasaki GPX250R Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
Free Kawasaki GPX250R car check
Is the Kawasaki GPX250R reliable? We analysed 1,304 real MOT tests across 205 vehicles to find out.
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The Kawasaki GPX250R is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick, 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 GPX250R.
Kawasaki GPX250R Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Kawasaki GPX250R. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Kawasaki GPX250R MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Kawasaki GPX250R to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Kawasaki GPX250R Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Kawasaki GPX250R fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Kawasaki GPX250R Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Kawasaki GPX250R owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Kawasaki GPX250R MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Kawasaki GPX250R year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1997 | 50 | 90.0% | 3,348 | 9,691 | 32,957 |
| 1996 | 255 | 82.7% | 10,484 | 21,008 | 32,634 |
| 1995 | 202 | 76.2% | 8,368 | 18,573 | 26,534 |
| 1994 | 285 | 81.8% | 11,340 | 17,505 | 25,794 |
| 1990 | 109 | 81.7% | 18,878 | 24,821 | 27,501 |
| 1989 | 124 | 78.2% | 18,211 | 24,620 | 31,084 |
How Long Does a Kawasaki GPX250R Last?
Based on 205 Kawasaki GPX250R vehicles on UK roads.
Kawasaki GPX250R Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Kawasaki GPX250R 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 GPX250R
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
90.0% MOT pass rate from 50 tests
76.2% MOT pass rate from 202 tests
The best year to buy a used Kawasaki GPX250R is 1997, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 90.0% across 50 tests. The 1995 model year has the lowest pass rate at 76.2% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Kawasaki GPX250R Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kawasaki GPX250R THIS CAR | 81.1% | 1,304 | 20,094 mi | 37 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 |
| Sym Symnh T 125 | 76.3% | 417 | 6,114 mi | — yrs |
Compared to the Kawasaki ZX-6R (81.7% pass rate) and the Kawasaki ZX-9R (83.7% pass rate), the Kawasaki GPX250R trails behind on MOT reliability.
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Check a specific Kawasaki GPX250RShould you buy a used Kawasaki GPX250R?
The Kawasaki GPX250R has an overall MOT pass rate of 81.1% across 1,304 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 GPX250R are brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (20 recorded failures), tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (19), and stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (16). 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 GPX250R owner drives around 403 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 GPX250R models stay on UK roads for around 37 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.