Kawasaki Klz Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
Free Kawasaki Klz car check
Is the Kawasaki Klz reliable? We analysed 7,084 real MOT tests across 955 vehicles to find out.
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The Kawasaki Klz is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Kawasaki Klz.
Kawasaki Klz Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Kawasaki Klz. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Kawasaki Klz MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Kawasaki Klz to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Kawasaki Klz Common Faults & Problems
These are the most common serious faults found on Kawasaki Klz models during MOT testing — flagged as dangerous or major failures that need immediate attention.
Kawasaki Klz Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Kawasaki Klz owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Kawasaki Klz MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Kawasaki Klz year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 | 466 | 89.9% | 7,389 | 12,583 | 19,113 |
| 2016 | 2,181 | 88.7% | 8,915 | 13,514 | 19,615 |
| 2015 | 2,799 | 90.0% | 10,638 | 16,006 | 22,719 |
| 2014 | 1,273 | 90.7% | 9,870 | 15,634 | 25,547 |
| 2013 | 216 | 92.6% | 8,881 | 13,332 | 23,837 |
| 2012 | 58 | 84.5% | 16,724 | 30,809 | 38,131 |
How Long Does a Kawasaki Klz Last?
Based on 955 Kawasaki Klz vehicles on UK roads.
Kawasaki Klz Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Kawasaki Klz 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 Klz
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
92.6% MOT pass rate from 216 tests
84.5% MOT pass rate from 58 tests
The best year to buy a used Kawasaki Klz is 2013, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 92.6% across 216 tests. The 2012 model year has the lowest pass rate at 84.5% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Kawasaki Klz Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kawasaki Klz THIS CAR | 89.7% | 7,084 | 14,904 mi | 13 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 |
| Ferrari Ff V12 | 94% | 2,415 | 20,497 mi | 15 yrs |
Compared to the Kawasaki ZX-6R (81.7% pass rate) and the Kawasaki ZX-9R (83.7% pass rate), the Kawasaki Klz outperforms both on MOT reliability.
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Check a specific Kawasaki KlzShould you buy a used Kawasaki Klz?
The Kawasaki Klz has an overall MOT pass rate of 89.7% across 7,084 real MOT tests — comfortably above the UK average, which puts it among the more reliable models on UK roads.
On the safety side, the most frequently flagged dangerous fault is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm. Dangerous faults cause an immediate MOT failure and mean the vehicle is not roadworthy until repaired. If you're viewing a Kawasaki Klz with an expired or recently passed MOT, ask the seller whether any dangerous faults were found and fixed during the last test.
A typical Kawasaki Klz owner drives around 1,532 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 Klz models stay on UK roads for around 13 years. 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.