Kawasaki H2 Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
Free Kawasaki H2 car check
Is the Kawasaki H2 reliable? We analysed 1,063 real MOT tests across 241 vehicles to find out.
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The Kawasaki H2 is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include direction indicator not working, wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling and roller brake test the less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%.. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Kawasaki H2.
Kawasaki H2 Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Kawasaki H2. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Kawasaki H2 MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Kawasaki H2 to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Kawasaki H2 Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Kawasaki H2 fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Kawasaki H2 Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Kawasaki H2 owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Kawasaki H2 MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Kawasaki H2 year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 62 | 90.3% | 605 | 11,529 | 15,100 |
| 2012 | 73 | 91.8% | 6,632 | 9,702 | 14,310 |
| 1975 | 88 | 92.0% | 3,931 | 10,562 | 19,046 |
| 1974 | 73 | 89.0% | 5,307 | 10,944 | 15,713 |
| 1973 | 74 | 95.9% | 5,175 | 11,347 | 14,972 |
| 1972 | 128 | 92.2% | 4,663 | 13,645 | 22,294 |
How Long Does a Kawasaki H2 Last?
Based on 241 Kawasaki H2 vehicles on UK roads.
Kawasaki H2 Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Kawasaki H2 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 H2
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
95.9% MOT pass rate from 74 tests
89.0% MOT pass rate from 73 tests
The best year to buy a used Kawasaki H2 is 1973, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 95.9% across 74 tests. The 1974 model year has the lowest pass rate at 89.0% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Kawasaki H2 Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kawasaki H2 THIS CAR | 92.0% | 1,063 | 10,574 mi | 54 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 |
| Bullit Hunt S 125 | 70.4% | 405 | 4,919 mi | — yrs |
Compared to the Kawasaki ZX-6R (81.7% pass rate) and the Kawasaki ZX-9R (83.7% pass rate), the Kawasaki H2 outperforms both on MOT reliability.
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Check a specific Kawasaki H2Should you buy a used Kawasaki H2?
The Kawasaki H2 has an overall MOT pass rate of 92.0% across 1,063 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 H2 are direction indicator not working (5 recorded failures), wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (4), and roller brake test the less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (4). 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 H2 owner drives around 201 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 H2 models stay on UK roads for around 54 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.