Kawasaki KH125 Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
Free Kawasaki KH125 car check
Is the Kawasaki KH125 reliable? We analysed 2,902 real MOT tests across 597 vehicles to find out.
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The Kawasaki KH125 is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, direction indicators not working and stop lamp affected by the operation of another lamp. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Kawasaki KH125.
Kawasaki KH125 Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Kawasaki KH125. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Kawasaki KH125 MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Kawasaki KH125 to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Kawasaki KH125 Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Kawasaki KH125 fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Kawasaki KH125 Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Kawasaki KH125 owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Kawasaki KH125 MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Kawasaki KH125 year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1999 | 57 | 73.7% | 2,443 | 6,890 | 12,494 |
| 1998 | 239 | 71.1% | 8,818 | 14,594 | 18,278 |
| 1997 | 194 | 84.5% | 8,934 | 12,579 | 16,090 |
| 1996 | 195 | 74.4% | 9,563 | 16,108 | 20,912 |
| 1995 | 173 | 79.2% | 9,005 | 12,015 | 16,903 |
| 1994 | 228 | 82.0% | 8,808 | 11,959 | 18,704 |
| 1993 | 171 | 78.9% | 10,710 | 17,646 | 23,298 |
| 1992 | 101 | 73.3% | 12,661 | 16,420 | 19,648 |
| 1991 | 164 | 73.8% | 11,140 | 16,470 | 22,556 |
| 1990 | 257 | 72.8% | 9,373 | 14,231 | 22,092 |
| 1989 | 255 | 76.1% | 8,905 | 16,178 | 20,924 |
| 1988 | 193 | 75.6% | 9,624 | 13,753 | 22,759 |
| 1987 | 87 | 71.3% | 10,982 | 14,813 | 21,136 |
| 1986 | 166 | 74.1% | 11,318 | 17,096 | 24,029 |
| 1985 | 97 | 77.3% | 13,161 | 17,296 | 21,488 |
| 1984 | 100 | 70.0% | 11,872 | 18,378 | 22,838 |
| 1979 | 60 | 75.0% | 6,987 | 10,252 | 44,072 |
How Long Does a Kawasaki KH125 Last?
Based on 597 Kawasaki KH125 vehicles on UK roads.
Kawasaki KH125 Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Kawasaki KH125 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 KH125
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
84.5% MOT pass rate from 194 tests
70.0% MOT pass rate from 100 tests
The best year to buy a used Kawasaki KH125 is 1997, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 84.5% across 194 tests. The 1984 model year has the lowest pass rate at 70.0% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Kawasaki KH125 Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kawasaki KH125 THIS CAR | 75.9% | 2,902 | 14,642 mi | 47 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 |
| Austin Mini 1275 GT | 79.9% | 885 | 51,865 mi | 56 yrs |
Compared to the Kawasaki ZX-6R (81.7% pass rate) and the Kawasaki ZX-9R (83.7% pass rate), the Kawasaki KH125 trails behind on MOT reliability.
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Check a specific Kawasaki KH125Should you buy a used Kawasaki KH125?
The Kawasaki KH125 has an overall MOT pass rate of 75.9% across 2,902 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 KH125 are stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (113 recorded failures), direction indicators not working (47), and stop lamp affected by the operation of another lamp (43). 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 KH125 owner drives around 250 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 KH125 models stay on UK roads for around 47 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.