Kawasaki KDX200 Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
Free Kawasaki KDX200 car check
Is the Kawasaki KDX200 reliable? We analysed 942 real MOT tests across 170 vehicles to find out.
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The Kawasaki KDX200 is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, tyre is unsuitable and reflector on motorcycle missing. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Kawasaki KDX200.
Kawasaki KDX200 Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Kawasaki KDX200. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Kawasaki KDX200 MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Kawasaki KDX200 to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Kawasaki KDX200 Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Kawasaki KDX200 fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Kawasaki KDX200 Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Kawasaki KDX200 owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Kawasaki KDX200 MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Kawasaki KDX200 year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2004 | 50 | 82.0% | 3,306 | 10,173 | 13,710 |
| 2003 | 53 | 71.7% | 1,550 | 8,590 | 12,793 |
| 1998 | 126 | 81.7% | 540 | 1,347 | 3,360 |
| 1997 | 60 | 81.7% | 1,327 | 6,704 | 16,750 |
| 1996 | 59 | 84.7% | 31 | 325 | 3,112 |
| 1994 | 69 | 79.7% | 2,230 | 4,000 | 12,398 |
| 1990 | 114 | 82.5% | 699 | 3,056 | 5,415 |
| 1989 | 98 | 82.7% | 2,599 | 3,900 | 15,622 |
How Long Does a Kawasaki KDX200 Last?
Based on 170 Kawasaki KDX200 vehicles on UK roads.
Kawasaki KDX200 Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Kawasaki KDX200 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 KDX200
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
84.7% MOT pass rate from 59 tests
71.7% MOT pass rate from 53 tests
The best year to buy a used Kawasaki KDX200 is 1996, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 84.7% across 59 tests. The 2003 model year has the lowest pass rate at 71.7% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Kawasaki KDX200 Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kawasaki KDX200 THIS CAR | 81.1% | 942 | 3,255 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 |
| Citroen Berlingo 650 En-prise Bluehdi | 93.1% | 1,129 | 65,696 mi | — yrs |
Compared to the Kawasaki ZX-6R (81.7% pass rate) and the Kawasaki ZX-9R (83.7% pass rate), the Kawasaki KDX200 trails behind on MOT reliability.
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Check a specific Kawasaki KDX200Should you buy a used Kawasaki KDX200?
The Kawasaki KDX200 has an overall MOT pass rate of 81.1% across 942 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 KDX200 are stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (24 recorded failures), tyre is unsuitable (24), and reflector on motorcycle missing (18). 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 KDX200 owner drives around 140 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 KDX200 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.